Seek Justice and Compensation for Your Maritime Injury
Maritime work is one of the most demanding and hazardous professions in the world. Workers face unique dangers daily, whether on the open sea, in harbors, or offshore drilling rigs. When injuries occur, they often leave workers and their families dealing with significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens. That’s where an experienced Houston maritime attorney steps in—to guide you through the complex world of maritime law and fight for the compensation you deserve.
With deep expertise in maritime and admiralty law, our attorneys understand the intricacies of maritime operations and the unique challenges seamen and offshore workers face. If you’ve been injured in a barge accident, oil rig mishap, or any incident covered under the Jones Act, it’s vital to secure legal representation that knows how to protect your rights.
Comprehensive Maritime Legal Services
Maritime law encompasses a wide variety of cases, each with unique circumstances and legal requirements. Our Houston maritime attorneys provide expert legal representation in the following areas:
Barge Accidents
Barge workers often deal with heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and unpredictable environments. Injuries can range from minor cuts to life-altering conditions such as amputations or severe burns.
Basket Transfer Injuries
Basket transfers, commonly used to move workers between vessels or offshore rigs, are prone to accidents that can lead to falls, fractures, and even fatalities.
Boat and Cruise Ship Accidents
Boat accidents, whether involving personal vessels or large cruise ships, often result in significant injuries or property damage. Passengers and crew alike may have legal claims based on the vessel owner’s negligence.
Jones Act Claims
The Jones Act provides essential protections for seamen injured due to employer negligence. Our team ensures that clients navigate the complexities of filing these claims successfully.
Offshore Oil Rig Accidents
Oil rig mishaps can result in catastrophic injuries or even death. Our attorneys work tirelessly to secure compensation for injured offshore workers.
Understanding Maritime Law
Maritime law, also known as admiralty law, governs legal issues that arise on navigable waters. It is designed to protect maritime workers, passengers, and businesses involved in seafaring activities. Key statutes and principles include:
- The Jones Act: Offers protections and compensation to injured seamen due to employer negligence.
- Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA): Provides benefits to families of maritime workers who die in international waters.
- Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act: Covers dock and harbor workers injured on the job. Learn more about this essential Compensation Act here.
- Limitation of Liability Act: Protects shipowners from excessive claims under certain circumstances.
Recovering Damages in Maritime Claims
Victims of maritime injury may be entitled to substantial compensation. Damages typically include:
- Economic Damages: Covering medical bills, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs.
- Noneconomic Damages: Compensating for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
- Punitive Damages: In cases of gross negligence or reckless conduct by the employer or shipowner.