Overview
Is There an Unplugged Oil or Gas Well on or Near Your Property?
If you own property in New Mexico with an unplugged oil or gas well that hasn’t produced for 15 or more months, you may be entitled to have the well capped or force the operator to produce again. Oil and gas companies have a legal obligation to plug or cap inactive wells, as they can harm the environment, contaminate soil and groundwater, and create explosion hazards. Property owners have the right to pursue legal action and seek compensation for contamination clean-up. Contact the lawyers at Singleton Schreiber today to file a claim.
Client-Centered Justice
How We Can Help
At Singleton Schreiber, we understand the frustration and concern that New Mexico residents face due to the thousands of unplugged oil and gas wells across the state. These abandoned wells, left behind by irresponsible companies, are not just an eyesore but a serious threat to your health, safety, and environment. We are committed to holding these companies accountable and helping you reclaim your land, so you can move forward with your life.
Our attorneys stand by property owners and their families, offering comprehensive assistance:
- Pursuing legal action against well owners/operators who have left wells unplugged
- Ensuring you receive maximum compensation for contamination, clean-up, and other damages
- Pay no fees unless we win
Background
Case details
The unplugged oil and gas well crisis in New Mexico has been a persistent problem for years, affecting numerous communities across the state. Since the 1920s, oil and gas companies have drilled thousands of wells, many of which have been abandoned without proper plugging, leaving a toxic legacy that threatens public health and the environment.
Residents near these unplugged wells are reporting concerns about air and water quality, decreased property values, and potential health risks. Despite regulations, and requests to New Mexico’s Oil Conservation Division to “enforce the Oil and Gas Act by taking action against operators who have illegally failed to timely plug inactive oil and gas wells,” there are more than 3,350 unplugged wells across New Mexico and more than 340 operators violating the law.
Oil and gas companies aren't doing enough to fulfill their legal obligations to plug inactive wells and remediate contaminated sites. If you own property with an unplugged well or have been affected by this crisis, we encourage you to reach out and join the fight for environmental justice and accountability.
Get the Justice You Deserve
If you or a loved one meet the following criteria, you may be entitled to compensation:
- Are an owner of property with an oil or gas well that has not produced for 15 months or more
- Own property that is near an unplugged, non-producing oil or gas well
- Own property that you believe has been contaminated by oil or gas wells
Holding the Harmful Accountable
With a dedicated team of approximately 300 staff members and over 80 attorneys, Singleton Schreiber serves individuals and families in more than 15 states, including New Mexico, California, Texas, Colorado, Hawaii, Oregon, Utah, Alabama, Mississippi and Washington. Our attorneys have decades of litigation experience and have recovered over $3 billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients in the last ten years alone.
Singleton Schreiber fights for regular people and is here to listen, support, and put your needs first. What justice means to you is what matters most. What’s going to make you feel whole, that’s what matters. Simply put, you are what matters. Our client-focused attorneys will make your justice our top priority.
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The oil and gas wells have caused enough harm. Call our team or fill out the form to book your FREE consultation today.
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