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1/20/2012
Brian Beckcom
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Chet Morrison Contractors Is Being Sued By Deckhand For $2 Million

The Louisiana based company Chet Morrison Contractors is being sued for $2 million after a deckhand aboard one of their vessels fell overboard when the captain suddenly moved the boat forward.

New Orleans worker Charles H. Parson was employed by Chet Morrison and was assigned to the M/V Caroline Morrison. On July 23, 2010 Parson was standing on the stern of the vessel, attempting to tie the vessel off to the offshore platform. While standing at the stern, the captain moved the vessel forward, causing Parson to fall overboard.

Parson swam to one of the legs of the platform and clung to it until he was pulled back aboard the M/V Caroline Morrison.

From an outsider’s perspective, horseplay might have been a factor. It is unknown if Parson is a victim of bullying, but it is clear that the captain should always keep the safety of the vessel’s workers at extreme importance. Parson, who was standing at the stern, was obviously vulnerable and should not have been a victim.

Parson is asking the court for an award of damages for physical and emotion injuries, disabilities, loss of lifestyle, medical expenses, wage loss, impairment of wage earning capacity, plus maintenance and cure, attorney’s fees, punitive damages, court costs and interest.

It is unclear the severity of Parson’s injuries but surely they are $2 million worth.

If you or someone you know has been victim of a deckhand injury on the water, you are liable for justice. The lawyers at V&B have helped our clients get rewarded millions of dollars in settlements for their injuries. Visit our website for free information regarding your situation. We hope to answer all the questions you may have.

For a free consultation, contact our offices today. 888-473-1258.


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