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Maria G. - Dear Mr. Beckcom:
I never got a chance to say thank you for the wonderful job you did on my daughter's case. She will be graduating in June from High School with cum laude status. She will be attending college at U.T. Austin and majoring in Communications. Thanks to your efforts her college education has been taken care of. Thank you again from both of us.
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Houston, Texas
- Mr. Beckcom fought diligently on my behalf against my former employer, without a retainer from me.....I was truly grateful to have Mr. Beckcom on my side and would recommend him to anyone without reservation."
A. Worley, Injured Cruise ship employee
New Mexico - I hired Brian Beckcom in 2009 for the injury case I had after I was hurt as a deckhand and within 11 months Brian had settled my case. He did such a fabulous job and I recommend using his firm for your maritime injury case.
J. McKeone, Deckhand
Livingston, Texas - Brian and his staff are courteous and professional, and they work diligently to make sure the client transitions through the process as easily and comfortably as possible.
Your sincere and satisfied client,
Steve T.
Houston, Texas - I was hurt on a boat offshore. Brian and his law firm worked hard on my case. The settlement he got for me will take care of my financial needs for the rest of my life. If you are looking for someone to take your interests at heart Brian and his law firm can give you the attention your case deserves.
Tim M.
Austin, Texas - I hired Brian after I was hurt on an offshore oil platform. I would recommend Brian and his law firm to anyone who needed a good injury lawyer, and especially any offshore worker. . ..
Jackie R
Houston, Texas - There are only a small number of attorneys who could handle such a complex case as mine, and Brian was at the top of the list. His response time is unsurpassed, replying within minutes to my initial enquiry. He has an instinctive understanding of the legal issues, and consummate people skills, an essential attribute in the negotiation phase of any litigation. Thanks to Brian the case was settled favorably within a year.
Steven S.,
Wales, U.K. - Brian, your book was a real eye-opener. If I had read your book sooner, I would have avoided a lot of costly mistakes.
Captain Jim Vickers - I was hurt on an offshore oil rig. I was unable to work or get proper medical care from the company. I was referred to Brian by another law firm because that firm knew Brian specialized in Jones Act cases. Brian settled my case in less than 12 months. The settlement will enable me to take care of my family financially for a long time. I would highly recommend Brian and his firm to any injured worker.
Freddy N.,
Lufkin, Texas
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Maritime Injury Blog
The Houston law offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom, P.L.L.C. post blogs on maritime accidents and offshore injuries. If a maritime accident has left you injured or unable to work, contact a Jones Act lawyer from our law firm today. We represent people who have been injured at sea or offshore in the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean and throughout the Gulf Coast, Port of Houston and Galveston Bay.Jones Act
Don’t take any sort of settlement after your maritime accident before consulting with a maritime accident injury lawyer
If you are injured at sea, never under any circumstances accept a settlement before consulting with a maritime accident injury lawyer. A large settlement may sound tempting at first, but could turn out to be very little compared to future medical expenses you may incur.
Talk to an offshore injury lawyer before making any decisions involving money, to ensure that you are getting the best possible recovery for your maritime accident injuries.
If you or someone you know has been injured at sea, contact Jones Act attorney Brian Beckcom at 800.724.7800 to learn your rights.
Maritime Injuries
Jones Act Injury Lawsuit Against Hercules Offshore
Board Certified Maritime Injury and Jones Act Lawyer Brian Beckcom files legal claim against Hercules Offshore on behalf of long term employee who was injured on the job twiceMaritime Injury Case Filed Against Frontier Drilling
Board Certified Maritime Injury Attorney Brian Beckcom files legal claim under Jones Act and Maritime Injury Law Against Frontier DrillingBe honest with your attorney – disclosing everything could save your maritime accident injury case
It may not seem relevant to your current offshore accident case, but it is important to be completely honest and disclose any prior accidents to your maritime accident injury attorney – whether or not they were your fault.
In an attorney-client privilege, whatever you tell your attorney stays only in their office. Your attorney needs to know if you have ever been in trouble with the law, if you have been involved in any previous accidents, or if you were under the influence of any drugs or alcohol at the time of your maritime injury accident.
The reason the attorney needs to know this information is so that he can be prepared if the at-fault party does a little digging and finds out the information also. The other party will use this information to discredit your story, which in turn can harm your case. If your attorney knows the good, the bad, and the ugly up front, he can better deal with the issue rather than being blindsided by it.
If you or someone you know has been injured at sea, contact Jones Act attorney Brian Beckcom at 800.724.7800 to learn your rights.
Be honest about the extent of your injuries after a maritime injury accident
While it is important to seek treatment immediately after a maritime injury accident, it is also important not to exaggerate the extent of your injuries.
If you claim to be more hurt than you really are, more than likely the insurance company will find out and pay even less than if you had been honest.
Getting caught in a lie can kill your case. For example, if you injured your shoulder on the job and claim that you can’t work because of it, and then you are caught helping your friend move furniture, you could ruin your case. Get the proper treatment but also be honest about it to yourself and your doctors.
If you or someone you know has been injured at sea, contact Jones Act attorney Brian Beckcom at 800.724.7800 to learn your rights.
Never give a statement to the insurance adjuster regarding your maritime accident injury.
Any statement you give to an insurance adjuster after a maritime accident could be used against you later on.
Always make sure you have an attorney present when giving a recorded statement. Your attorney can guide you on what to answer and what not to answer. He or she can also inform you about the reasons why the adjuster is asking certain questions after an offshore accident injury, and why those questions are relevant to your claim.
If you or someone you know has been injured at sea, contact Jones Act attorney Brian Beckcom at 800.724.7800 to learn your rights.
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Report maritime accident injuries immediately after they happen
Documenting the maritime accident injury is one of the most important things you can do to maximize your recovery after a maritime accident. Report the maritime accident to your boss or supervisor, making sure to complete a full report on the details of the accident.
Don't forget to include the names of all parties involved in the accident, the date and time the maritime accident occurred, and the conditions surrounding the maritime accident. Document all maritime accident injuries by providing detailed descriptions of the injury itself. Taking photos is also a good way to preserve what the injury looked like at the exact time of the accident. It is also helpful to take photos of the conditions of the boat, rig, or area where the maritime accident occurred.
If you or someone you know has been injured at sea, contact Jones Act attorney Brian Beckcom at 800.724.7800 to learn your rights.
Learn your rights as a seaman by ordering free copy of The Insider's Guide to Winning Your Maritime Injury Case written by Jones Act and maritime accident injury lawyer Brian Beckcom.
Maritime Work is Dangerous
Our maritime lawyers realize that maritime work can be dangerous when companies cut corners on safety. That's why we've dedicated our time to putting out free information for workers
Read These Articles Before You Hire An Attorney, Give a Recorded Statement, or Sign Any Forms
Do you want to get helpful information that is written for injured workers and their families, and not the company or insurance carrier? In addition to our websites, please take a moment to read the following articles:
1. How to hire the best lawyer for your Jones Act or offshore injury case
2. How much is my Jones Act, maritime injury, or offshore injury case worth?
3. What is the Jones Act?
4. How to wreck your Jones Act case
5. Financial Insecurity and Wrongful Termination - Two Fears After a Maritime Injury
6. What is a Longshoreman and What Are Their Legal Rights When Injured?
7. The difference between the Jones Act and the Longshore & Harbor Worker's Compensation Act
8. The Truth About Offshore Injury Claims.
9. What Should You Do If You Are Injured Offshore
10. What you should know if you were hurt offshore and your employer is giving you a hard time
11. Should I give my employer or the insurance company a "recorded statement?"
12. Do I need to hire a lawyer for my Jones Act or offshore injury claim?
13. What happens when you file a Jones Act lawsuit.
14. 6 Critical Things you must know if you are injured at sea
15. The Secrets Your Employer May Not Want You To Know If You Are Injured Offshore.
16. I was injured on a cruise ship - What are my legal rights?
To learn more about our law firm and what we can do for you, please visit the following websites:
www.vbattorneys.com
www.maritimeaccidentattorney.com
www.texasinjuryaccidentlawyer.com
About our law firm
Brian Beckcom handles Jones Act, maritime injury, and other offshore injury cases. If you want to find out more about our law firm and the types of cases we handle, please visit our Maritime Injury Law practice area page on our main website.
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Blackballed In Maritime Industry?
- The True Definition of Blacklisting
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Cruise Ship Injuries
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- How Safe Are You on a Cruise Ship?
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- What are some examples of an unseaworthy vessel?
- Can I recover compensation for money I would have made in the future, if I hadn’t been permanently injured in an offshore accident?
Maritime Injuries
- How much is an offshore back injury case worth?
- Do I have to tell the company everything about my medical history? It seems unnecessary to me.
Blackballed In Maritime Industry?
- Can my employer block my unemployment benefits?
- Will I be "black balled" if I file a claim for the Transocean rig explosion?
BP Oil Spill Injury Claims
- Are the workers who were on the Deepwater Horizon rig the only ones who have legal rights?
- What are the symptoms of “oil spill syndrome?”
Longshoreman Claims
- I’m a longshoreman and I was injured on the job. What should I do?
- Can I file a third party claim against someone other than my employer under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act?
Deckhand Injury
- Do I need to report an injury that occurred on a barge? I was working as a deckhand at the time of the accident.
- What is the quickest way to obtain compensation for injuries I sustained as a deckhand?
Offshore Oil Rig Accident
Cruise Ship Injuries
- My husband was injured on a cruise ship and we believe the cruise line was negligent. Are there laws that protect passengers?
- What law applies to my cruise ship injury claim if I was an employee of the cruise ship?
Diver Accident Lawyer
- Can the diving company be held liable for my commercial diving injuries?
- How long does it take for symptoms of the bends to surface?
International Maritime Injury Claims
Questions for Maritime Accident Lawyers
- Is my employer required to provide and pay for personal protective equipment?
- There are reports that some of the Deepwater Horizon plaintiffs have discovered “hidden” fees being charged by some aggressive lawyers. How do I avoid this happening to me?
