Texas Refineries: Opportunity and Danger
Texas is home to some of the largest oil refineries in the world, powering America’s energy supply and employing thousands of hardworking Texans. From the Houston Ship Channel to Corpus Christi and Port Arthur/Beaumont, these plants are the backbone of the state’s economy.
But with heavy machinery, flammable chemicals, and high-pressure systems, refineries are also some of the most dangerous workplaces in Texas. Workers face daily risks of explosions, fires, toxic exposure, equipment malfunctions, and catastrophic accidents.
At Gilman & Allison, LLP, our Texas Trial Attorneys represent refinery workers and their families after devastating injuries. We know the industry, and we know how to hold employers and plant owners accountable.
Major Refineries in Texas and Common Injury Risks
1. Houston Ship Channel Refineries
- ExxonMobil Baytown Complex
- Shell Deer Park Refinery
- Valero Houston Refinery
- Chevron Pasadena Plant
Risks: Explosions, toxic chemical releases, slips and falls on slick surfaces, and equipment failures during maintenance shutdowns.
2. Corpus Christi Refineries
- Valero Corpus Christi Refineries (East & West Plants)
- Citgo Corpus Christi Refinery
- Flint Hills Resources Refinery
Risks: Exposure to benzene and other harmful chemicals, pipeline leaks, fires, and equipment collapse accidents.
3. Beaumont / Port Arthur Refineries
- Motiva Enterprises (Port Arthur) – the largest refinery in North America.
- TotalEnergies Refinery (Port Arthur)
- ExxonMobil Beaumont Refinery
Risks: Large-scale explosions, crane and heavy-equipment accidents, toxic inhalation injuries, and severe burn accidents.
4. Other Key Texas Plants
- Marathon Galveston Bay Refinery (Texas City)
- Phillips 66 Sweeny Refinery
Risks: Frequent turnaround operations increase chances of contractor accidents, chemical releases, and fire hazards.
Your Rights After a Refinery Accident
Refinery companies often have massive legal teams ready to minimize payouts after an accident. Injured workers and families should know:
- You may have claims beyond workers’ compensation.
- Third-party lawsuits can hold contractors, equipment manufacturers, or plant owners accountable for negligence.
- Families who lose loved ones may file wrongful death lawsuits for compensation.
At Gilman & Allison, LLP, we investigate refinery accidents from every angle to maximize recovery for our clients.
Call Our Texas Refinery Injury Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one was hurt at a refinery in Houston, Corpus Christi, Port Arthur, or anywhere along the Texas Gulf Coast, you need experienced attorneys who know how to take on big oil and gas companies.
📞 Call us today:
- Houston/Pearland: (713) 224-6622
- Corpus Christi: (361) 357-8365
⚖️ Gilman & Allison, LLP – Texas Trial Attorneys. Fighting for Refinery Workers Across Texas.
