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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. . ..

Jackie R

Houston, 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
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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Offshore Oil Rig Accidents and the Jones Act

The United States is one of the top producing oil countries in the world. There are an estimated 1,828 oil rigs throughout the country. While oil drilling is an important part of the economy, it can be dangerous and often leads to serious offshore oil rig injuries.

The demand for oil is high and consequently, oil rig workers frequently work long shifts. This physical strain, along with the unpredictable working conditions, can significantly increase the risk of a drilling rig accident. In fact, working on an offshore oil rig is one of the most dangerous occupations today.

Offshore accidents can be caused by equipment failure, poor training, exposure to chemicals, explosions and unsafe working conditions. Sometimes an offshore accident will result from the negligence of another person or entity. Whatever the cause is of the maritime accident, one thing is for sure – it can lead to serious, even fatal injuries. Oil rig workers have been known to suffer burns, eye injuries, back injuries, head trauma, paralysis and death.

There are laws that provide protection for injured offshore oil rig workers, including the Jones Act. The Jones Act is a federal law that allows injured seamen to pursue compensation for their maritime injuries. This law also permits claims to be filed when negligence causes the accident. Under the Jones Act, seamen and offshore workers can sue their employers and the owners of ships and offshore oil rigs directly.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an offshore oil rig accident, you need to contact an experienced oil rig accident lawyer at the Houston Law Offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom, P.L.L.C. at 713.224.7800 or 877.724.7800. You should contact our maritime attorneys before you sign anything or accept a settlement for your maritime injuries.

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