If I file a maritime injury claim, will I be blackballed / blacklisted?

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After a serious offshore accident, some workers are worried that they will be blacklisted or blackballed or otherwise discriminated against if they file a claim.  These workers are concerned that they will lose their job or they won’t be able to find another one if word gets around that they filed a legal claim.

For the most part, these fears are unfounded.  It is illegal for employers to discriminate against you simply because you were protecting your rights by hiring an attorney to help you protect your rights.

However, there are a few situations in which you might find yourself in trouble.  First, if you file a claim that is without merit or if you exaggerate your claim, word could get around about what you did.  If we accept your case you don’t have to worry about that – we don’t handle frivolous claims.

Second, you might have trouble with your employer if you have file a large number of lawsuits against your employers.  If it looks like a trend, employers may be reluctant to hire you and they may feel justified.

The bottom line is that if you have concerns about retaliation please talk to us.  We will review your situation and give you an honest assesement.