Even if a commercial diver survives a near drowning, doesn’t mean that he or she is in the clear. Commercial diving accidents can lead to many injuries, including permanent brain damage.
Asphyxia is a very real danger faced by commercial divers. If a diver finds himself or herself in a position where not enough oxygen is being received, it can result in this awful medical condition. Asphyxia occurs when air circulation to and from the lungs is restricted, depriving the brain of oxygen. Oxygen deprivation is often deadly, but if the diver survives, brain cells may still have been damaged.
Brain damage from a commercial dive is typically irreversible. Although the diver may have survived the dive accident, his or her life will be forever changed, not to mention the lives of the diver’s family members. Permanent brain damage can lead to all sorts of problems, including lifelong disabilities.
Most commercial divers are considered Jones Act seamen, which means they can recover compensation under this federal law. Although financial compensation can’t undo the impact a diving injury can have on someone’s life, it can help alleviate some financial stress.
For more information regarding this topic, read the article titled, “
Diving Accidents Can Lead to Permanent Brain Damage.”
Be sure to order your copy of Maritime Lawyer Brian Beckcom’s book,
Insider’s Guide to Winning Your Maritime Injury Case.
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