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The Economic Impact of Oil and Gas in Texas

Texron Operating

This article aims to delve into the extensive economic imprint left by this industry in Texas, shedding light on its vibrant history, philanthropic contributions, and looming challenges. Texas’s oil and gas industry powers economic growth and enriches the state’s cultural tapestry.

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What It’s Like To Work On An Offshore Oil Rig

Drillers

Working on an offshore oil rig or platform is a unique experience Note: In this article, we’ll use the word ‘rig’ and ‘platform’ almost interchangeably, but a rig does the drilling, and a platform does the pumping. In 2015, this portion was 30%. Then pull that oil and gas out of the ground and transport it).

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Fifth Circuit Identifies Potential Conflict with Supreme Court on Jones Act Seaman Test

The Energy Law

Maintaining that the plaintiff qualified as a seaman under controlling Fifth Circuit precedent but questioning that precedent in light of Supreme Court case law, the panel urged the Fifth Circuit to review the case en banc. Smart Fabricators of Texas (“SmartFab”) fabricates steel and repairs oil and gas drilling equipment. quoting Flagg v.

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Fifth Circuit Identifies Potential Conflict with Supreme Court on Jones Act Seaman Test

The Energy Law

Maintaining that the plaintiff qualified as a seaman under controlling Fifth Circuit precedent but questioning that precedent in light of Supreme Court case law, the panel urged the Fifth Circuit to review the case en banc. Smart Fabricators of Texas (“SmartFab”) fabricates steel and repairs oil and gas drilling equipment. quoting Flagg v.

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