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Jones Act Cases
- Blake Offshore pays substantial settlement to injured offshore worker weeks before trial
- Deckhand who suffered back injury settles case against tug boat company
- Transocean and Art Catering agree to settlement with injured cook
- Injured offshore? Read the latest article by the attorney who "wrote the book" on Jones Act and maritime injury cases
- Jones Act injury case against Waterman Steamship
- Injured worker sues D&S Marine Services under the Jones Act
- We are pleased to announce the coming publication of The Complete Guide to Jones Act & Maritime Injury Claims
- Offshore back and neck injuries at sea, on vessels, or on offshore oil rigs
- Jones Act Lawsuit Against Kirby Inland Marine and Capital Inland Marine
- Preventing offshore slip and fall injuries by using non-slip coatings on walking and working surfaces
Maritime Injury & Death Cases
- Ferry injury case leads to good court decision for injured passengers
- Widow of deceased barge worker sues barge company under Jones Act
- Man Injured on Norweigian Cruise Line cruise ship near Miami
Diver Accident Lawyer
General
- New article about asbestos exposure and maritime injury law
- Injured on a barge, tanker ship, tugboat or other working vessel? Read Mr. Beckcom's latest article on these types of injury cases
- Must read articles BEFORE your hire an attorney, talk to the insurance company, or sign any forms
- Exxon Valdez case - Punitive damages allowed under maritime law
- New Longshore and Harbor Worker's case against Noble Drilling protects injured worker's rights
- Injured employee sues Matteson Marine Service under the Jones Act
- Houston Police Officer Dies in Crash with Truck
- Global Industries Offshore Settles Jones Act Case Brought by Injured Rigger
V&B Maritime Law News
- Leg amputation leads to large settlement for injured deckhand
- Injured deckhand settles back injury case against employer
- Navigazione Montanari S.p.A. and Pelican Offshore Services settle Jones Act case with mooring master
- 5th Circuit Upholds 1.2 million dollar Jones Act verdict
- Settlement for offshore welder who injured back
- Jones Act & Maritime Injury Claims Book
- Lawsuit Filed Against Blessey Marine Under the Jones Act
- Houston Maritime Death - Man Killed While Loading Ship
- Hoosier Marine Hit With Lawsuit By Injured Worker
- Injured Galleyhand Sues Universal Sodexho and Rowan Under Jones Act
V&B Frequent Questions
General
- Am I required to give a written statement after I am injured?
- If I am injured offshore, am I required to sign paperwork in exchange for receiving medical benefits or maintenance payments?
- If I suffer an offshore injury, am I required to see only company doctors?
- If no one is at fault for my injury offshore, do I still get an medical benefits or wage replacement/lost wages?
- If I am injured offshore, can I bring claims for negligence against the parties who are at fault?
- I was injured on a U.S. government vessel - Do I have a Jones Act case?
- How do I know if I am a Jones Act "seaman?"
- What is General Maritime Law?
- What does "unseaworthiness" mean??
- What is "maintenance and cure?"
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We are pleased to announce the coming publication of The Complete Guide to Jones Act & Maritime Injury Claims
We are pleased to announce the coming publication of a new book written exclusively for people injured offshore.The working title of the book is "The Complete Guide to Jones Act and Maritime Injury Claims."
We anticipate the book will be published and ready for shipment in late June or early July 2008.
This is a book that the offshore employers, cruise ship companies, and the insurance companies DO NOT want you to read.
Why?
Because we expose their tricks and secrets and defenses and provide real, practical advice for winning your injury case.
Stand-by for more details.
Want to know more about offshore injury claims?
Below are some links to some suggested articles offering helpful tips and advice regarding offshore injury claims.
Click here to read an article with helpful suggestions and tips on how to hire the best lawyer for your offshore injury case.
Curious about the Jones Act? Click here for a general overview of the Jones Act.
Want to know more about the Longshore and Harbor Worker's Compensation Act? Click here to read the article "What is a Longshoreman and What Are Their Legal Rights When Injured?
Want to know the difference between the Jones Act and the Longshore and Harbor Worker's Compensation Act? Click here to read about the difference between the two.
What to know the truth about offshore injury cases? Click here to read The Truth About Offshore Injury Claims.
Want to know what you should do after an offshore injury to preserve your legal rights? Click here to read What Should You Do If You Are Injured Offshore
If you are hurt and your employer is giving you a hard time, click here to read "I was injured on the job and my employer is giving me a hard time - What should I do"
Employer trying to get you to give a recorded statement? Click here to learn the truth about recorded statements and the best way to handle this request.
Thinking about trying to settle your offshore injury case without talking to a lawyer first? Click here to learn why you can settle some cases yourself but in other cases not having a lawyer may be a TERRIBLE MISTAKE.
Want to know what happens when you file an offshore injury or Jones Act case? Click here to learn about Filing a Jones Act lawsuit.
Click here to learn about 6 Critical Things you must know if you are Injured At Sea
Your employer may be keeping secrets from you if you are hurt offshore. Click here to read about The Secrets Your Employer May Not Want You To Know If You Are Injured Offshore.
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Jones Act Cases
- Jones Act or maritime injury case? Read this article by the attorney who "wrote the book" on winning Jones Act and maritime injury cases
- Board certified attorney Brian Beckcom explains barge and tankermen injury cases
- Hiring the Best Attorney for your Jones Act or Maritime Injury Case
- Cruise ship injury cases - What are my legal rights if I am hurt on a cruise ship?
- The number one mistake to wreck your maritime injury case
Maritime Injury & Death Cases
- Tricks Offshore Employers Use on Injured Workers
- I was involved in an accident offshore and the insurance company wants me to give a recorded statement - What should I do?
- Five Things You Must Know If You Suffered An Offshore Injury
- Injured Offshore? Here are five helpful tips for navigating your legal voyage
- 5 Secrets Your Offshore Employer May Not Want You To Know If You Are Injured Offshore
Diver Accident Lawyer
- Diving Injuries - Are Diving Injuries Covered Under the Jones Act?
- What Law Covers Diving Accidents & Injuries?
General
- Board Certified Injury Attorney explain asbestos exposure cases and the Jones Act
- A list of helpful articles for individuals with a Jones Act or maritime injury case by Board Certified Attorney Brian Beckcom
- Settlement values for Jones Act and maritime injury case
- Financial Insecurity & Wrongful Termination - Two Big Fears When You Suffer An On-The-Job Injury
- Oil Platform Injury Cases