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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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But please understand that nothing on this website is meant to provide legal information about your specific case, create an attorney-client relationship, or imply that the results of your legal case will be the same as some other case.

Your Rights as an Injured Longshoreman

Loading and unloading ship cargo can place extreme physical demands on your body. Accidents are commonplace among longshoremen and harbor workers, which can lead to serious injuries and a long recovery. If you are an injured longshoreman or stevedore, you have legal rights to compensation and medical care and depending on your situation, you may be able to sue the vessel owner for negligence.

The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) provides benefits for employees in traditional maritime occupations, such as longshoremen, ship repairers, shipbuilders, ship breakers and harbor workers. To be eligible for LHWCA benefits, the injuries must have occurred on U.S. navigable waters, which also includes piers, docks, terminals, wharves and other areas where cargo is loaded and unloaded on vessels.

Benefits are paid for by your employer’s insurance company and you should receive your first compensation check within 14 days of the insurance carrier receiving your Notice of Injury. These benefits under the Longshore Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act include medical care and disability compensation. Medical care includes treatment relating to your injury, including any required surgery or hospitalization. It also includes medical supplies and services.

Disability compensation is designed to offset lost wages during your recovery time. There are various forms of disability as defined by the law, which include permanent total, temporary total, permanent partial or temporary partial. Generally, compensation is paid at two-thirds of your average weekly wages.

If your injury was caused by negligence from a third party other than your employer or co-workers, you may be able to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries. Contact an experienced maritime injury lawyer today at the law office of Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C. at 713.224.7800 or 877.724.7800 for legal advice.