Work Injury Attorney in Roswell, NM
We Know How Oil & Gas Companies Fight Claims. We Use That Against Them.
When a job accident leaves you injured, the employer and its insurer move quickly to limit what they pay. At Simon Perdue Law, we represent workers hurt on the job throughout Roswell and Chaves County, and we bring a specific advantage to that work: Joel Simon and Ryan Perdue spent their early careers defending major oil and gas companies. They know how those employers and their insurance teams evaluate claims, what evidence they focus on, and when they’d rather settle than go to trial.
Roswell’s economy runs on industries where serious injuries happen regularly: oil and gas operations, dairy and food processing, aviation maintenance, agriculture, and healthcare. We handle the case types those industries produce, including oil and gas accidents, oilfield equipment injuries, truck accidents, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death claims. Work injury cases in New Mexico can involve a workers’ compensation claim, a third-party personal injury lawsuit, or both, depending on who caused the harm. We evaluate every angle from the start.
If you or a family member was hurt at work in Roswell, contact Simon Perdue Law today for a free consultation. We’re available on our personal cell phones any hour of the day or night. Call us at (505) 588-5962.
When We're On The Case
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Real Trial LawyersWe'll take your case and fight until the end. We'll take a trial over a settlement because we know you deserve more.
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Insider InformationAs former big oil defense attorneys, we know the tricks and trades the other side uses.
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Always PushingWe know the opposing side is not always forthright with their evidence. We know what we want, and will not stop until we get it.
What Sets Our Work Accident Attorneys Apart
Hiring a work accident lawyer in Roswell isn’t just about finding someone who handles injury cases. It’s about finding someone who understands how the other side operates. Here’s what we bring to that fight.
Insider Knowledge of Oil & Gas Defenses
Before representing injured workers, both Joel Simon and Ryan Perdue defended the oil and gas companies whose operations drive much of southeastern New Mexico’s economy. That experience tells us exactly how corporate defendants and their insurers structure their defenses, what they look for when calculating settlement value, and where their arguments are weakest. We use that knowledge on behalf of our clients.
Trial-Ready From Day One
We build every case as if it’s going to trial. That preparation creates real leverage in settlement negotiations, because the other side knows we won’t fold when they make a low offer. Joel Simon is a member of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association, and our willingness to go to court has produced millions recovered for injured clients. Past results don’t guarantee future outcomes, but they reflect how seriously we pursue every case.
Depth of Case Experience
Ryan Perdue has handled thousands of cases across his career, giving our team seasoned judgment across a wide range of injury types and legal circumstances. That depth matters when a case involves overlapping claims, disputed liability, or complex injuries requiring long-term care.
Direct Attorney Access, Around the Clock
When you hire Simon Perdue Law, you get our attorneys’ personal cell phone numbers. No call centers. No staff gatekeepers. If a question comes up at midnight before a workers’ comp hearing, you can reach us directly. Our recognition from America’s Best Advocates, Super Lawyers, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, and Attorney and Practice Magazine reflects that level of commitment.
supporting You through your legal journey
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"Couldn’t Have Chosen a Better Law Firm"I couldn’t have chosen a better law firm to finish my case. Joel was knowledgeable and helped with any questions my husband and myself may have had.- Former Client
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"Wanted the Best for Me"Joel always validated my feelings and wanted the best for me. He was thorough and transparent throughout the whole process. I highly recommend Joel for any of your litigation needs.- Former Client
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"You are an angel in human form with your line of work and would not have chosen any other lawyer."Joel, thank you again for fighting in my favor. You have changed my life and way of thinking drastically, I am now becoming a business owner. You are an angel in human form with your line of work and would not have chosen any other lawyer. The way you treated me and my family in making sure we were taken care of, I gratefully appreciate you for that. May you continue the good fight for God and may you and your family continue being blessed.- Ryan P.
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"Attentive to My Needs"Simon Perdue was attentive to my needs and the issues of my case. He answered all my questions and kept me informed about every step.- Former Client
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"Made Me Feel Like Family"After losing a friend and nearly my own life in explosion at work, Joel Simon made me feel like family and fought for me. Got me what I deserved.- Former Client
Joel Simon & Ryan Perdue: Your Roswell Workplace Injury Attorneys
Both attorneys at Simon Perdue Law took an uncommon path to representing injured workers. Joel Simon and Ryan Perdue spent formative years defending major oil and gas companies against injury and liability claims. When they founded Simon Perdue Law in 2022 on the principle of fighting for those who can’t defend themselves, they brought that insider perspective with them. It’s now applied entirely on behalf of people injured by those same classes of employers.
Joel Simon
Joel Simon is a member of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association and has recovered millions for clients injured in serious accidents. His background defending oil and gas companies gives him a clear-eyed view of how corporate defendants weigh the risk of trial versus settlement, and how to position a case to increase that pressure. He approaches every case as a trial lawyer, not just a negotiator.
Ryan Perdue
Ryan Perdue has handled thousands of cases across his career, with a litigation background spanning diverse injury types and legal contexts. His experience on both sides of these disputes informs how he investigates claims, challenges employer and insurer positions, and guides clients through proceedings at the New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Administration and in civil court.
After a Work Accident in Roswell: Steps That Protect Your Claim
What you do in the days immediately following a workplace injury can significantly affect the strength of your claim. A few actions matter most.
Report the injury in writing:
New Mexico law generally requires written notice to your employer within 15 days of a workplace accident. Report as soon as you’re able, and keep a copy of that notice.
Get medical attention and document that it’s work-related:
Tell every treating provider the injury happened on the job. That documentation becomes part of your medical record and supports your claim from the start.
Talk to an attorney before speaking with the insurer:
Your employer’s insurance adjuster may contact you quickly. Statements made before you understand your rights can be used to minimize or deny your claim. Consulting a workplace injury attorney first gives you a clearer picture of your options.
Don’t wait if your claim is denied:
Deadlines for challenging a denial under New Mexico law are important. Delay can permanently close off options that were available at the time of the denial.
When you contact Simon Perdue Law, we start with a free consultation to understand what happened and identify every claim available to you. We handle work accident cases on contingency: no upfront fees, and we’re paid only if we recover compensation for you. Our attorneys are reachable directly on their personal cell phones at any hour, so you won’t be waiting for a callback when you need answers.
Talk to a Roswell Work Injury Attorney at No Cost
A work accident can upend your income, your health, and your family’s stability. We help Roswell workers understand their rights and pursue compensation that may be available to them. Your consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Call Simon Perdue Law now at (505) 588-5962. Our attorneys answer their personal cell phones 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we’re ready to get to work on your case.
advocating for the maximum compensation
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$40,000,000 Wrongful Death
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$17,000,000 Oilfield Explosion
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$15,000,000 Truck Accident
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$10,500,000 Brain Injury
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$3,000,000 Head Injury
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$3,000,000 Back Injury
