Are you employed as a longshoremen? If so, then you understand that you are at risk of being seriously injured every time you show up to work. Whether you are a harbor worker, ship repairer or ship breaker, an accident can happen in a split second.
Just about any type of
maritime accident can leave you with a permanent injury, whether it’s disfigurement or loss of a limb. In many cases the injury can have life-altering effects. It can even prove fatal.
Common AccidentsAll longshoremen should be aware of the most common types of accidents, which include slip and falls, crane accidents, electrocutions, fires, drowning accidents, equipment-related accidents and scaffolding accidents.
Again, any one of these types of accidents can affect you for the rest of your life, especially financially. Fortunately, the
Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act (LHWCA) offers longshoremen financial protection.
We Can HelpIf you have been injured while working as a longshoreman, then you should speak with an experienced
maritime lawyer who understands the “ins and outs” of the LHWCA.
For more information, contact our office at (713) 224-7800 or (877) 724-7800.
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How to Hire the Best Attorney for Your Maritime Injury Case.
Category: Longshoreman Claims
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