Maritime Accidents

Don't Count On Your Employer to Do the Right THing

Don’t Count on Your Employer to Do the Right Thing

Maritime employers and insurance companies often minimize injuries or attempt to settle claims  for far less than what injured workers are truly owed. That’s why it’s critical to speak with an  attorney who understands the full scope of maritime law.

We are well-versed in the specific legal protections and remedies available to offshore and  maritime workers, including:

The Jones Act

The Jones Act, which provides injured seamen the right to sue their employer for  negligence.

LHWCA

The LHWCA, which covers longshoremen, harbor workers, and others who  work on or near navigable waters

Unseaworthiness

Unseaworthiness claims, which hold vessel owners liable when a vessel or its  equipment is unsafe.

Maintenance & Cure

Maintenance and cure, which guarantees injured seamen medical care and living  expenses during recovery

The Jones Act

The Jones Act, which provides injured seamen the right to sue their employer for negligence.

LHWCA

The LHWCA, which covers longshoremen, harbor workers, and others who  work on or near navigable waters

Unseaworthiness

Unseaworthiness claims, which hold vessel owners liable when a vessel or its  equipment is unsafe.

Maintenance & Cure

Maintenance and cure, which guarantees injured seamen medical care and living  expenses during recovery

Inherent Risks of the Maritime Industry

Working offshore on boats, barges, oil rigs, or platforms comes with inherent risks. Employers in  the maritime industry have a legal duty to comply with all applicable safety regulations and take  every reasonable step to protect their workers from harm. When they fail to do so, the  consequences can be life changing.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a maritime accident while on the job, you may be  entitled to compensation under laws such as the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’  Compensation Act (LHWCA), or general maritime law. Our attorneys have extensive experience  representing injured seamen, longshoremen, offshore workers, and their families in complex  maritime injury claims nationwide. 

Inherent Risks of the Maritime Industry

Inherent Risks of the Maritime INdustry

Working offshore on boats, barges, oil rigs, or platforms comes with inherent risks. Employers in  the maritime industry have a legal duty to comply with all applicable safety regulations and take  every reasonable step to protect their workers from harm. When they fail to do so, the  consequences can be life changing.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a maritime accident while on the job, you may be  entitled to compensation under laws such as the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’  Compensation Act (LHWCA), or general maritime law. Our attorneys have extensive experience  representing injured seamen, longshoremen, offshore workers, and their families in complex  maritime injury claims nationwide. 

Extensive Experience Representing

Maritime Workers

Extensive Experience Representing Injured Maritime Workers

We have successfully handled claims for a wide range of maritime professionals, including: 

• Seamen & deck hands
• Barge and tugboat workers 
  
• Offshore rig and platform crew members 
• Tanker and cargo ship crew 
• Dredge operators 
•  Longshoremen and harbor workers 
• Commercial divers 
• Ferry and cruise ship employees
  

Common Offshore & Maritime INjuries

Common Offshore and Maritime Injuries

Maritime work involves dangerous environments, heavy equipment, and unpredictable  conditions. Common injuries include:

These injuries often require long-term medical care and may end a worker’s career. Lost wages,  mounting medical bills, and emotional distress can place a heavy burden on injured workers and their families.

Employer Responsibility

in Maritime Accidents

Maritime employers have an obligation to: 

• Maintain seaworthy vessels and safe working conditions 

• Properly train and supervise crew members 

• Ensure decks are free of slipping and tripping hazards 

• Provide safety gear such as life jackets and flotation devices 

• Secure cargo and equipment to prevent shifting or collapse 

• Install safety railings, nets, or other measures to prevent falls overboard 

Failure to uphold these responsibilities can result in legal liability for the injuries and losses  suffered by their workers. 

Get the Legal Support You Deserve 

If you are an injured seaman, longshoreman, harbor worker, or offshore employee, our team is  ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. We understand the complexities of maritime  law and have the experience and resources to take on large employers and insurance carriers on  your behalf. 

Call 1-888-587-9910 today or fill out our contact form for a free consultation.

Employer Responsibility in Maritime Accidents

Maritime employers have an obligation to: 

• Maintain seaworthy vessels and safe working conditions 

• Properly train and supervise crew members 

• Ensure decks are free of slipping and tripping hazards 

• Provide safety gear such as life jackets and flotation devices 

• Secure cargo and equipment to prevent shifting or collapse 

• Install safety railings, nets, or other measures to prevent falls overboard 

Failure to uphold these responsibilities can result in legal liability for the injuries and losses  suffered by their workers. 

Get the Legal Support You Deserve 

If you are an injured seaman, longshoreman, harbor worker, or offshore employee, our team is  ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. We understand the complexities of maritime  law and have the experience and resources to take on large employers and insurance carriers on  your behalf.

Call 1-888-587-9910 today or fill out our contact form for a free consultation.

Employer Responsibility In Maritime Accidents

 Maritime employers have an obligation to: 

• Maintain seaworthy vessels and safe working conditions 

• Properly train and supervise crew members 

• Ensure decks are free of slipping and tripping hazards 

• Provide safety gear such as life jackets and flotation devices 

• Secure cargo and equipment to prevent shifting or collapse 

• Install safety railings, nets, or other measures to prevent falls overboard 

Failure to uphold these responsibilities can result in legal liability for the injuries and losses  suffered by their workers. 

Get the Legal

Support You Deserve 

If you are an injured seaman, longshoreman, harbor worker, or offshore employee, our team is  ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. We understand the complexities of maritime  law and have the experience and resources to take on large employers and insurance carriers on  your behalf.

Call 1-888-587-9910 today or fill out our contact form for a free consultation.

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