Video playback is now available for AM Best’s complimentary webinar, titled, “Trends in Oil and Gas Pipeline, Wellsite and Energy Production Injury Litigation.” Access it here.

In this panel discussion, insurance professionals and expert witnesses examine the issues driving litigation in the energy production industry and what insurers should know about this evolving sector.

Key points from the webinar include:

1. The types of cases commonly seen in the energy production sector, including explosion cases and workplace accidents involving injuries to workers constructing pipelines or well pads.
2. How multi-party litigation has become more complex in this industry, with an increase in the number of parties involved in lawsuits.
3. The challenges of jury perception and selection in these cases given potential biases against the oil and gas industry, especially among younger generations.
4. Strategies for preparing witnesses who may be dealing with physical or emotional trauma from accidents in this high-risk industry.
5. The importance of early involvement by legal teams and experts in investigating incidents and preserving evidence to build a strong defense.

Panelists include:

• Janine McCartney, PhD, MBA, CSP, CHST, expert witness/senior safety engineer, HHC Safety Engineering Services, Inc.;
• Darren Newberry, shareholder, Marshall Dennehey; and
• Ava Hernández, litigation consultant, Courtroom Sciences.

Visit our information page to learn more about AM Best's webinars.

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