Am I at risk of being fired if I file a maritime injury claim?

A: There is a Texas law that exists that may apply in maritime cases.  The law, V.T.C.A., Labor Code § 451.001, is pretty straightforward and states that a company may not discharge a worker for filing a claim.  An employee also may not be fired for hiring a lawyer or being a witness.

Basically, “any discriminatory job action against an employee is covered under the anti-retaliation law.”

However, even though laws exist to protect maritime workers, employers sometimes still retaliate when injury claims are filed.  If you make a maritime injury claim and your employer does fire you, you need to contact our office.  We will review your case and help you get the compensation you deserve.

For a free case evaluation, call one of our experienced maritime lawyers at 713.224.7800 or 877.724.7800.

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