Each year many oil pipelines fail, spill crude oil and cause significant health and environmental damage all across the continental United Statesleading to hefty financial implications for oil companies, landowners, the government and insurers.

Examining the risks of pipeline spills and their origins, technology, and regulations to mitigate potential fallout and recovery from failure.

Despite new technologies and regulations making pipeline operations safer, failures nevertheless occur because of various factors. Retaining the right experts can make a significant difference in mitigating loss and maximizing subrogation recoveries.