I was injured in an Alabama maritime accident. How can a lawyer help me?

A: Yes.

If your Alabama maritime accident occurred while you were working, you might be covered under the Jones Act. This is a federal law that protects injured maritime workers (those who are considered “seamen”) and allows them to pursue compensation for their injuries. Even though this law is in place, recovering money for your injuries isn’t always an easy task.

Your employer might make it difficult for you to obtain a fair settlement for your injuries. In fact, your employer might deny you maintenance and cure, which is compensation to which you are entitled after a maritime injury. If your accident was serious, your employer, the insurance company and their lawyers may start looking for ways to minimize their liability.

Having a lawyer on your side levels the playing field. An experienced maritime attorney will act as your guide and advocate as you not only try to recover from your injuries, but also attempt to get the compensation that is rightfully yours.

To learn more or to have your questions answered, contact the Law Offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom by calling (877) 724-7800 or filling out our online form. We represent maritime accident cases in Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Texas and throughout the country.

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