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OSG's New Waiver & Its Impact on Maritime Workers' Rights

If you are a maritime worker then you are aware of the fact that you are at risk of being injured in an accident. Understand that if you are injured as a result of a maritime accident that your employer may not be on your side. Their goal is to protect themselves.

For instance, the tanker company OSG is requiring one of their employees to forgo his rights to file a Jones Act or unseaworthiness claim if he elects to participate in the company’s “Salary Continuation Plan.”

The waiver requires the employee to cooperate with OSG while obtaining medical care. They will be calling the shots. Again, the problem is that companies generally have their best interests in mind. This could pose a serious problem for the worker whose number one concern is getting proper treatment.

Also, the waiver requires the employee to give up his right to sue OSG for damages, if he participates in the company’s “Salary Continuation Plan,” unless the release is cancelled according to the conditions contained in the waiver.

Keep in mind that these waivers are prepared by knowledgeable attorneys retained by the company. You should never sign a waiver or a release without consulting your own maritime attorney first. Your future could depend on it.

If you or someone you know has been injured while working on a tanker, you should contact one of our experienced maritime lawyers at the Law Offices of Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C. at (713) 224-7800 or (877) 724-7800.

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