Will the Entire Maritime Industry Turn Its Back On You for Filing a Lawsuit? Find the Answer Here.

Any maritime worker understands the dangers and risks of working in the industry. A maritime accident can leave you with a serious injury and unable to perform your duties at work. Consequently, the incident may turn your life completely upside down.

If you are afraid that you might become blackballed or blacklisted for filing a lawsuit, you are not alone.  This appears to be one of the greatest fears of injured offshore workers.  Let me address this concern:

• First, what exactly does it mean to be blacklisted/blackballed in the industry? It means that you could become known as a risky hire for maritime companies.  They might shy away from hiring you out of concern that you will eventually sue them, as well.   Does it happen? Sometimes, but keep reading.

• What type of worker is generally blackballed? Here is the crucial thing you need to understand about maritime cases - it is generally the offshore worker who has a history of filing lawsuits and/or making illegitimate claims who becomes blacklisted.

It is imperative that you speak with an experienced maritime attorney before taking any legal action. An attorney who has a strong knowledge of maritime law can help you determine the strength of your case and advise you of the potential problems that you might face.

For more information, contact one of our maritime attorneys at the Law Offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C. at (713) 224-7800 or (877) 724-7800.  Also, be sure to order a free copy of my book, The Insider's Guide to Winning Your Maritime Injury Case.  It will answer many of your pressing questions.