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La Porte Maritime Attorney Explains Seamen’s Rights
Even though you know in the back of your mind that injuries happen frequently in the offshore industry, you still don’t think it will happen to you. Those types of maritime accidents happen to the “other guy.” In fact, you might still be in shock, as you are forced to take time off work to recover from your injuries.
ALERT: If you have been hurt in an offshore accident, you may be protected under the federal law known as the Jones Act. An experienced La Porte maritime attorney can help you.
Jones Act Protection This law protects the rights of injured maritime workers who are considered to be seamen. By definition, a seaman is someone who spends most of his or her working day on the water. If you are a crewmember, deckhand, offshore rig worker or other maritime employee who works on a vessel, you are most likely a seaman.
Here are some of the things you need to know:
You should be able to recover compensation known as maintenance and cure. This compensation is available no matter who was to blame for the accident. It is designed to cover your living expenses and medical treatment.
If negligence caused your offshore accident, whether on the part of the vessel owner, fellow crewmember, captain or other party, you may be able to pursue a Jones Act lawsuit. A successful lawsuit could entitle you to damages, such as lost income, medical expenses, pain and suffering, disfigurement and more.
It’s not going to be easy. Unfortunately, obtaining compensation following a maritime injury is not a simple task. Your employer, its lawyers and the insurance company may put up resistance, making it difficult to recover the money you deserve. An experienced La Porte maritime lawyer can step in on your behalf to ensure you are treated fairly.
To speak with an experienced La Porte Jones Act lawyer, contact our office today at 877.724.7800. We will answer your questions and discuss your legal options.
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