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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.

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5/10/2012
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Omega Protein sued again

This is the fifth time in the past year that the Houston-based company has been named as a defendant.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

5/8/2012
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Deckhand sues employer for not disclosing results of physical exam

An offshore worked is suing his employer for not disclosing a dangerous spinal condition revealed in his pre-employment physical.

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5/7/2012
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Slippery vessel deck can lead to serious back and neck injuries

A cross-threaded oil containment pan plug led to an oil leak that resulted in serious injuries and a $2 million lawsuit.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

4/30/2012
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ADM subsidiary blamed for seaman’s back injury—2nd maritime case against this month

If you’ve suffered a back or other injury working on a vessel for an ADM company, a Jones Act law firm can help you get medical care and monetary help.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

4/10/2012
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Alabama seaman files Jones Act case against employer for back injury

The injured worker claims the impact of a collision with a fixed structure knocked him down and caused a back injury.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

4/5/2012
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The importance of giving your employer a full medical history for Southaven, Ms. offshore workers

If you’re worried that an existing back condition will cost you a job, we have a warning: not disclosing the condition may have serious consequences.

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4/3/2012
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Louisiana mariners should seek a second opinion after a back injury

You should also demand that any diagnostic tests be repeated. Why? Because back misdiagnosis is rampant.

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3/4/2012
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Mobile Maritime Injury Lawyer Lists Facts About Shoulder Injuries

Shoulder injuries affect nearly 2 million people each year, including maritime workers. Read more here for a list of facts from a Mobile maritime injury lawyer.

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2/26/2012
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Jackson Maritime Injury Lawyer: Symptoms and Treatment of Paralysis

Knowing the signs of paralysis following an accident can help you obtain the best treatment. View this page for more from a Jackson maritime injury lawyer.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

2/21/2012
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Montgomery Maritime Attorney: Understand the Signs of Low Back Injury

Learning the signs and symptoms of a lumbar strain or sprain is vital to minimizing lost income. View this page for more from a Montgomery maritime attorney.

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2/21/2012
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Gulfport Maritime Injury Lawyer Outlines Symptoms of Neck Strains

Victims of a maritime neck injury often suffer painful and debilitating symptoms. View this page for an overview by a Gulfport maritime injury lawyer.

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2/3/2012
Brian Beckcom
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A seaman’s neck injury treatment options

Some neck injuries may be painful but heal quickly on their own while others need immediate medical attention.

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2/2/2012
Brian Beckcom
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What Ocean Springs Ms. seamen should know about neck injuries

Their severity can range from nagging irritation, numbness of legs and arms, shoulder pain and debilitating pain that can prevent you from pursuing your career.

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1/30/2012
Brian Beckcom
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Gulf Coast seaman files neck injury lawsuit

While manually moving a gangway to connect the vessel to the shore, the worker suffered disabling and serious injuries to his neck.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

1/16/2012
Brian Beckcom
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Seaman files lawsuit against Global Industries Offshore

The LRS unit allegedly dropped on him and pinned him to the deck during the operation aboard the Normand Commander DP-2, a Multi-purpose Support Vessel (MSV).

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

10/27/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Offshore company tries to get out of Jones Act lawsuit

While disembarking the vessel, the handrail broke and the defendant fell to the deck below, landed on broken glass and suffered naphtha chemical burns.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

10/10/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Tennessee marine company has history of fatalities and injuries

The Tennessean reports there have also been three work related deaths at the Trinity Marine facility since 1998.

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10/4/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Seafarer sues for injuries suffered after falling off a ladder

Plaintiff Clarence Stokes alleges that while working aboard the M/V Captain Frank, he sustained nerve damage and ruptured discs after the fall.

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7/20/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Seaman files Jones Act lawsuit against Transocean

Carlos Gutierrez claims he suffered serious head, neck, back and right arm injuries on Jan. 6, 2011 while employed by Safway aboard a Transocean owned vessel.

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7/15/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Seaman injured while pulling cable

AET Offshore Services is being sued by a worker who suffered multiple injuries pulling a cable out of the water.

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6/10/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Tankerman sues after suffering injury on icy deck

A seaman is suing his former employer after suffering shoulder and back injuries in icy conditions.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

5/17/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Company accused of depriving injured seaman of maintenance and cure

A Texas seaman who suffered lower back and leg injuries while aloft on a vessel has filed a $2.5 million lawsuit against his employer.

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5/10/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Seaman files Jones Act suit after towing strap snaps

An offshore worker files a Jones Act claim against Lafayette Workboat Rentals for injuries suffered when a towing strap broke.

Category: Maritime Back and Neck Injuries

5/5/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Fishing vessel crewman sues for back injuries

A seaman is suing his employer for injuries sustained aboard a fishing vessel.

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4/26/2011
Brian Beckcom
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Injured bosun on Ready Reserve ship victorious again in federal appeal

A seaman who injured his neck while struggling to free up 165 rusted D-rings on a U.S. government ship prevailed in the appeal of his unseaworthiness case.

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