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Fell in uncovered hole at work and need advice on what to do.

Asked on Jul 14th, 2016 on Personal Injury - Texas
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I work in the oilfield, with one of the three biggest companies around I got called by the lead-mans to look at a job in test pit On my walk to them I stepped in an uncovered hole. The hole was covered by 2-3 inches of murky, blackish water an I stepped into an open hole that should have been closed but since my boss refuses to let me fix it, it stays open when the hole (a drain) is being pumped. I didn't report the incident because at that moment I was angry and I guess my adrenaline was pumping and I didn't feel it. The next day I couldn't even get out of bed. I tried massages and a chiropractor like the leads (who saw me fall) told me I should. Nothing has helped and the pain is still constant. I can't lift or turn my head. Now they won't compensate me for lost time due to the injury, which in my opinion is their negligence. Today I asked if someone could come in for me while I go to the doctor (I'm contract by the way) and they denied me again. Need advice. Don't have a case?
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Oil & Gas Litigation Attorney serving Austin, TX at Shaw Cowart LLP
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Hi there, After review, the experienced personal injury attorneys at Shaw Cowart LLP are interested in your potential case. We have a few questions for you first regarding additional details of the incident and circumstances. We look forward to speaking with you.   Our office number is: 512-739-6361 if you would like to speak with us directly about the incident.   Who is your employer? Who owns the property where the hole is? Who is responsible for maintenance of the property? How did the hole get there? When did the accident happen? Who witnessed the accident?   Where did the accident happen, state, city, etc.?
Answered on Jul 21st, 2016 at 1:14 PM

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