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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. . ..

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Houston, Texas
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Steve T.

Houston, Texas
I was hurt on a boat offshore. Brian and
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Tim M.

Austin,
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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Barge Accidents and the Jones Act

There are all types of risks that can lead to serious injuries on barges. As a barge worker, you have to contend with dirty bull rails, slippery surfaces and poorly maintained equipment, to name a few of the hazards. These types of dangers can result in life changing injuries.

Barge accidents tend to be catastrophic by nature. When you work on a barge, you are dealing with heavy equipment in an environment that is unpredictable. The sea can be volatile and if safety measures have not been taken or if the crew has not been trained properly, there is a strong probability of a fatal accident. Some of the common injuries associated with barge accidents include:

Head trauma
Neck injury
Back injury
Spinal cord injury
Broken bones

Often times, an injury from a barge accident is completely preventable. Unfortunately, negligence can lead to a maritime accident.

There is a federal law that provides protection for injured seamen, which is known as the Jones Act. Under the Jones Act, if you are injured while working on a barge, you can pursue compensation for your past and future medical expenses, pain and suffering, mental anguish, disfigurement and other costs associated with your maritime injuries.

If you have been injured in a barge accident, the first thing you should do is seek medical care. After you have received the appropriate medical attention, you need to contact a Houston Jones Act lawyer. A Jones Act attorney will be able to ensure that you are fairly compensated and that you are not taken advantage of by your employer or the insurance company.

For more information regarding your rights as an injured barge worker, contact the Houston law offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom, L.L.P. at 713.224.7800 or 877.724.7800.

Be sure to order your copy of Attorney Brian Beckcom’s book, Insider's Guide to Winning Your Maritime Injury Case.