Whether you work on a fishing boat, tug, barge or freighter, you face dangers that are unique to the maritime industry. Seamen often suffer some of the worst types of injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, broken bones and severe burns. That is why there are laws that exist to protect injured maritime workers in Galveston and throughout the country.
If you have been injured offshore, you need to contact a Board Certified Galveston maritime attorney at our office at toll free 877.724.7800. We know that you are worried about how you are going to pay your bills and if you are going to be fired. You are probably even concerned about being blackballed. We can help you.
Before you sign a release, give a recorded statement or hire a Galveston maritime lawyer, order your copy of the book, Insider's Guide to Winning Your Maritime Injury Case. It’s a short book packed with information for maritime employees. This book is one that your employer and the insurance company do not want you to read. Legal Protection for Maritime Workers Maritime employees are often considered to be seamen under the Jones Act. To be classified as a seaman, you generally have to spend more than 30% of your time on a vessel in navigable waters. However, this is a general guideline and it is best if you contact an experienced Galveston Jones Act attorney who can review your case to see if you were a seaman at the time of the accident.
Under the Jones Act, which is a federal law, you can make a claim for damages against the ship owner, captain and crewmembers for negligence or unseaworthiness. As an injured seaman, you may also recover compensation known as maintenance and cure.
Contact a Galveston Maritime Lawyer Today At the Law Offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom, we have seen too many maritime workers who have been taken advantage of by their employers. Sadly, by the time these offshore employees contact our office it is too late. If you have been injured in a maritime accident, it is crucial that you contact our office right away by calling us toll free at 877.724.7800.
When you contact our office, be sure to ask about the “Protect Your Future” tool that will help you determine if your employer is really concerned about your future. It’s free for injured maritime workers.
