What Our Clients Say

Dear Mr. Beckcom:

I never got a chance to say thank you for the wonderful job you did on my daughter's case. She will be graduating in June from High School with cum laude status. She will be attending college at U.T. Austin and majoring in Communications. Thanks to your efforts her college education has been taken care of. Thank you again from both of us.

J. Perez

Houston, Texas
Mr. Beckcom fought diligently on my behalf against my former employer, without a retainer from me.....I was truly grateful to have Mr. Beckcom on my side and would recommend him to anyone without reservation."

A. Worley, Injured Cruise ship employee

New Mexico
I hired Brian Beckcom in 2009 for the injury case I had after I was hurt as a deckhand and within 11 months Brian had settled my case. He did such a fabulous job and I recommend using his firm for your maritime injury case.

J. McKeone, Deckhand

Livingston, Texas
Brian and his staff are courteous and professional, and they work diligently to make sure the client transitions through the process as easily and comfortably as possible.

Your sincere and satisfied client,

Steve T.

Houston, Texas
I was hurt on a boat offshore. Brian and his law firm worked hard on my case. The settlement he got for me will take care of my financial needs for the rest of my life. If you are looking for someone to take your interests at heart Brian and his law firm can give you the attention your case deserves.

Tim M.

Austin, Texas
I hired Brian after I was hurt on an offshore oil platform. I would recommend Brian and his law firm to anyone who needed a good injury lawyer, and especially any offshore worker. . ..

Jackie R

Houston, Texas
There are only a small number of attorneys who could handle such a complex case as mine, and Brian was at the top of the list. His response time is unsurpassed, replying within minutes to my initial enquiry. He has an instinctive understanding of the legal issues, and consummate people skills, an essential attribute in the negotiation phase of any litigation. Thanks to Brian the case was settled favorably within a year.

Steven S.,

Wales, U.K.
Brian, your book was a real eye-opener. If I had read your book sooner, I would have avoided a lot of costly mistakes.

Captain Jim Vickers
I was hurt on an offshore oil rig. I was unable to work or get proper medical care from the company. I was referred to Brian by another law firm because that firm knew Brian specialized in Jones Act cases. Brian settled my case in less than 12 months. The settlement will enable me to take care of my family financially for a long time. I would highly recommend Brian and his firm to any injured worker.

Freddy N.,

Lufkin, Texas

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Benzene Exposure Causes Maritime Injury

Workers on drilling rigs and other vessels may be at risk of benzene exposure. Benzene is a toxic chemical that has been used for commercial and industrial purposes since the 1820s. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states on its website that this chemical is “a natural part of crude oil, gasoline, and cigarette smoke.” Benzene is widely used throughout the United States, despite the known risks associated with this toxic chemical. If a maritime worker is exposed to benzene, it can lead to serious, even life-threatening conditions.

Due to the serious nature of benzene exposure, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) established guidelines for employers. According to OSHA, workers must not have an exposure limit of more than 1 part of benzene per million parts of air, which is based on 40-hour workweek.

Exposure to benzene most often occurs from inhaling vapors that contain this harmful chemical, but it can occur from contact with the skin. Most people affected by benzene were exposed in an occupational setting, such as on a drilling rig.

Benzene exposure can increase the risk of developing certain medical conditions and can result in adverse health effects. Benzene can affect the bone marrow and red blood cells, resulting in anemia. It can also cause excessive bleeding and can impact the immune system, increasing the risk of infection. Long-term exposure to benzene has been known to cause leukemia, which is a cancer of the blood forming organs.

If you have been exposed to benzene while working on an offshore oil rig or other vessel, you may be entitled to compensation. You should speak with an experienced maritime injury lawyer who can review your case to help you determine the best course of action. Contact a maritime injury attorney today at the law office of Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C. at 713.224.7800. The initial consultation is free.