Maritime Accident Lawyers

Maritime accidents can happen to dock workers, longshoremen, harbor workers, painters, and anyone else working on or around floating vessels. These vessels may include, but are not limited to, cruise ships, freight ships, tankers, barges, tug boats, cargo ships, fishing boats, and drill vessels.

Since maritime law is a specialized field, many dangers are unique to maritime accidents. Maritime employees, unlike most other professions, are not covered under workers’ compensation laws in the event they suffer from an injury on the job.

Since maritime employees are not covered under typical workers’ compensation, benefits can be awarded under the Jones Act, a Federal government plan providing benefits to injured maritime employees. This act covers many occupations related to maritime operations, including habor pilots, offshore workers, and merchant seamen.

Listed below are just a few maritime accidents which may result in serious injuries or disabilities:

• Drowning Accidents
• Fire or Explosion Injuries
• Slip & Fall Injuries
• Forklift Injuries
• Crane Accidents
• Machinery Injuries

The Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act is a set of specific laws which serve to protect dock workers in the event of an injury, disability, fatality, or dangerous working conditions.

Any victim of a maritime injury should consult an experienced maritime attorney immediately. The statute of limitations, according to Federal Employees Liability Act, is three years from the date of the injury or accident.

<YourCompany> has years of experience in <YourState> maritime litigation. We are familiar with all the specifics of the maritime industry to ensure you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries and suffering.

We know that as an injured worker you have the right to certain benefits, and it is our goal to ensure that you receive the benefits and financial assistance that you deserve.

IF YOU, OR A LOVED ONE, HAVE BEEN INJURED ON THE JOB - CONTACT US TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION!