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How Much is a Deckhand Injury Claim Worth?
After an accident offshore, you have to look out for yourself and your family. As an injured deckhand, you could be entitled to compensation that goes beyond maintenance and cure (which is required under law). Most deckhands are considered seamen and are therefore protected under a federal law known as the Jones Act.
If you have been hurt in a maritime accident, you are probably at the point where you are wondering how much your case is worth. Your employer and the insurance company might be telling you one thing, but how do you know they are being forthright about the value of your case? Chances are, they are not being honest with you. They are hoping that you will settle for an amount that doesn’t even come close to the true value of your deckhand injury case.
Below are some of the factors that are considered when determining the value of a deckhand accident case:
Medical expenses: It doesn’t take long for medical bills to add up. Your employer could be held responsible for health care costs, including surgery, hospital and doctor bills.
Lost wages: If your employer was at least partially to blame for your injuries, you may be able to recover lost income.
Pain and suffering: These damages are designed to compensate you for the amount of pain you have endured from the deckhand injury.
Lost earning capacity: Some accidents are so severe that returning to work in the same capacity is no longer an option. Your employer could be held liable for any drop in your earning capacity.
Mental anguish: Serious injuries can play a major toll mentally, especially if you can’t participate in the same activities you once enjoyed. You may be able to obtain compensation for the mental anguish you have experienced from your injuries.
There are more factors that are evaluated, which are based on the specifics of your case. For more information, contact an experienced Houston maritime attorney from our office. A knowledgeable maritime lawyer will be able to review the details of your accident and advise you on the best course of action.
Contact us today by calling 877.724.7800. Be sure to order a FREE copy of maritime lawyer Brian Beckcom’s book, The Insider's Guide to Winning Your Maritime Injury Case. It has information you need to read, as an injured deckhand.
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