Livingston Maritime Attorney Addresses Top Concerns of Injured Workers

The day might have started out like any other – you woke up, got dressed and went about your daily job duties. However, that day may have quickly taken a turn for the worst.

An offshore accident can happen when you least expect it.

Offshore rigs, tankers, fishing vessels, tugs and ships are full of dangers. Not only do workers have to contend with a stressful and strenuous work environment, they are also at the mercy of the sea. It is no wonder why maritime accidents are so prevalent.



At the Law Offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom, we regularly talk with injured maritime workers and their families. We commonly hear the worries and frustrations that they have following an accident. That is why we have addressed some of the frequent concerns that accompany maritime injury cases.

1. If I file an injury claim, my employer will fire me. As a maritime worker, you have certain rights. If your employer does fire you, it is important that you contact one of our Livingston maritime lawyers to find out your legal options.
2. I will be blackballed in the industry if I pursue compensation. This concern is common among injured workers. The truth is, the people who are typically blackballed are the ones who have a reputation for instigating frivolous lawsuits or have filed multiple claims in the past. If you don’t fall into this category, you should be fine.
3. My medical bills will go unpaid. Under the Jones Act, injured seamen are entitled to paid medical treatment and living expenses. This compensation is known as maintenance and cure. As a seaman, your employer is required to pay for these benefits.

For more information, contact our office today at 877.724.7800. 
A Livingston Jones Act attorney will review your case and explain your rights.




If you have been injured in a maritime accident, we recommend that you do your research.  All too often, the company will try to trick you into signing away your legal rights, ask you to give a recorded statement that will hurt your case, force you to see company doctors, or steer you in the wrong direction.  Below is a list of resources we provide to injured maritime employees for FREE.

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