Have you recently been injured as a maritime worker? Perhaps you are afraid of being fired if you hire a maritime attorney or file a claim against your maritime employer. Is your fear justified?
There is a Texas law that may apply in
maritime injury cases. According to the V.T.C.A., Labor Code § 451.001, any discriminatory job action against an employee is covered under the anti-retaliation law. This could mean that your employer is not allowed to fire you in retaliation for filing a maritime claim against them or for hiring an attorney.
V.T.C.A., Labor Code § 451.001 also has other important elements that may protect you, if you decide to pursue a claim against your employer.
There are various laws that are designed to protect you and your fellow workers. However, understanding the intricacies of these laws can be difficult. That is why if you are injured as an offshore worker you should speak to an experienced
maritime lawyer, who can help you understand your rights and determine if your employer acted unfairly towards you.
If you believe that you have been fired unfairly as a maritime worker, you should contact our office for a free consultation at (713) 224-7800 or (877) 724-7800.
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The Insider's Guide to Winning Your Maritime Injury Case.
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