Blogs

18th February 2024

When most people think of dangerous occupations, construction work is probably one of the first that comes to mind. But oilfield work is just as risky, if not more. Companies are trying to squeeze even more profits out of their workers. This puts an incredible amount of pressure on workers in the process. Just one… Read more »

16th August 2023

There are a lot of dangerous jobs in North Dakota, of course. There were 34 work-related deaths in our state in 2021. But oilfield work is especially hazardous. There have been more than 70 deaths in North Dakota oilfields since 2006. However, not all oilfield accidents are fatal. Though, they can lead to severe, life-altering… Read more »

29th August 2022

It doesn’t matter whether an oilfield worker is a 20-year veteran or an undocumented immigrant who just got started on the job site. When an accident takes place that results in a severe injury, the first thing most of these workers want to do is to get back on the job as fast as they… Read more »

25th February 2022

Oilfield work is one of the most dangerous occupations. And when an accident occurs, it can have devastating consequences. There are many factors that contribute to a disaster, such as an explosion, that can result in life-altering injuries as well as fatalities. When something this terrible happens, the victims, as well as the family members… Read more »

31st May 2021

Oil field injuries are dangerous and can be fatal. Severe injuries often cause a change in one’s quality of life—affecting many different aspects such as ability to continue working, mental health, and ongoing physical pain and pain management. Oil fields rank as one of the most dangerous places to work. There are an average of… Read more »

31st August 2020

Although oil field injury damages are often settled through legal action, this may not seem possible for North Dakota undocumented workers. What is the Role of Undocumented Immigrant Workers the US? Undocumented immigrants work in the community more than you may think and help to keep many businesses afloat, especially labor-intensive workplaces like construction and… Read more »

27th May 2020

The boom in the North Dakota fossil fuel industry has created lucrative jobs for many long-term and new residents in North Dakota. This boom has led to many high paying jobs, better standards of living than many people could have hoped for, and a future for people’s children that they didn’t have themselves. But, unfortunately,… Read more »