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Houston, Texas
Mr. Beckcom fought diligently on my behalf against my former employer, without a retainer from me.....I was truly grateful to have Mr. Beckcom on my side and would recommend him to anyone without reservation."

A. Worley, Injured Cruise ship employee

New Mexico
I hired Brian Beckcom in 2009 for the injury case I had after I was hurt as a deckhand and within 11 months Brian had settled my case. He did such a fabulous job and I recommend using his firm for your maritime injury case.

J. McKeone, Deckhand

Livingston, Texas
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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
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
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.
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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.

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Lufkin, Texas

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Maritime Accident News

Calls From Tour Boat Go Unanswered Right Before Crash

Posted on Jul 18, 2010

A maritime accident involving a tour boat and a tug boat claims the lives of two people and leaves others injured. The incident took place at approximately 2:30 PM on Wednesday afternoon, July 7, 2010, in the Delaware River.

According to a NTSB report, the tour boat DUKW 34 was carrying 35 passengers and two crew members when it experienced mechanical problems. Federal investigators said that the crew made several radio calls to the tug boat Caribbean Sea just before the fatal collision.

The radio calls were unanswered and the Caribbean Sea, towing a barge, collided with the tour boat sending it 55 feet to the bottom of the river. Two victims, Szabolcs Prem, 20, and Dora Schwendtner, 16, both from Hungary, lost their lives in the collision.

One of the crewmembers onboard the tugboat, owned by K-Sea Transportation of East Brunswick, invoked his Fifth Amendment rights and refused to talk with authorities. However, people onboard other vessels near the crash reported that they heard the radio calls made by the tour boat.

The fatal boating accident is still under investigation by authorities. Officials have reported that they have collected photos and video that may assist with the investigation.

This is an unfortunate incident and we extend our thoughts and condolences to all of those who have been affected by this tragedy.