Helping Injured Workers Get Compensation
Because the laws governing maritime and admiralty accidents are so complex, many injured workers do not fully understand their rights. If you were hurt on the job, speak to a lawyer about the types of compensation you may be able to recover.
In addition to Jones Act benefits, injured offshore workers may be eligible for compensation from a negligent third party. Was defective equipment or negligence by another party responsible for your accident? We can bring separate personal injury claims against the responsible parties.
Our firm represents injured maritime workers no matter where they live. Before you accept a settlement, talk to an attorney. You may be eligible for more compensation. For a free consultation, please call our Houma vessel and platform accident lawyers at 800-673-0956 or contact us online.
Dangerous Jobs Lead to Serious Injuries
We represent workers injured on many types of vessels and rigs such as:
- Cargo freighters, oil tankers, jack-up boats, supply boats, derrick barges, pipeline lay barges, tenders, tug and tow boats, anchor-handling tugs, barges, dredges, fishing vessels, crew boats, service boats, river boats and ferries
- Recreational and passenger boats
- Cruise ships and casino ships
- Commercial diving boats
- Drilling rigs, platforms and semi-submersible platforms
These workers are exposed to countless dangers every day in the course of their jobs. Injuries common to vessel and platform workers include:
- Joint injuries
- Hand and finger injuries
- Back and spinal cord injuries
- Fractures and amputations
- Occupational diseases
- Slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall injuries
- Brain injuries
- Burns
Depending on the severity of your injury, you may also be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) if you are permanently disabled and unable to work. Please ask us for details about additional benefits.
Gulf Coast Offshore Injury Lawyers
To schedule an appointment, please call us in Louisiana at 800-673-0956 today.
