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What Our Clients Say

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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Who is Responsible for Diver Accident Injuries?

If you have been injured during a commercial dive, you may be wondering if your employer can be held responsible. The answer to that question is – it depends. Some diving injuries are the result of negligence by the diving company, which would allow you to file a claim for your injuries.

When it comes to diving accidents, there is a long list of possible causes. For example, diving injuries can be caused by faulty diving equipment or using the wrong equipment all together. Improper decompression tables and the use of experimental tables can also lead to serious dive injuries and the diving company could be considered negligent. Being pulled up too quickly or ascending too fast can cause serious injuries and life-threatening illnesses.

Diving companies will sometimes operate outside the dive table limits and may violate Coast Guard policies, which could result in a case of negligence. Using improper gas mixtures and failing to provide enough manpower are also common causes of diver injuries. Basically, a diving company can be held responsible for a diver’s injuries if it is found guilty of acting in a manner that would not be considered reasonably prudent when compared to other diving companies.

The majority of injured divers are considered to be seamen under a federal law known as the Jones Act. Under the Jones Act, you can pursue compensation for past and future lost wages, loss of physical capacity, disfigurement, past and future medical expenses, pain and suffering, mental anguish and loss of household services. The Jones Act applies when negligence caused the diving injury or if the vessel was considered unseaworthy. An unseaworthy vessel does not necessarily mean it cannot run, it means that something on the vessel could have contributed to your injury.

After a diving injury offshore, you need to contact an experienced diving accident attorney. At Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C., we are dedicated to helping injured divers recover compensation for their injuries. Call our office today at (713) 224-7800 or (877) 724-7800 for a free legal consultation. While we focus on Jones Act cases in the Gulf Coast, due to the federal jurisdiction of the Jones Act, our attorneys have also been called on to help seamen injured in any United States seaport and around the world. We will use our extensive experience to help you obtain the compensation you deserve.