Maritime Injuries

As a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and having actual experience serving on merchant and naval vessels, I recognize the dangers faced by maritime workers on a daily basis. If you are injured while working in the maritime field, you may have certain rights. Some of those rights are as follows:

Jones Act

entitles a seaman to maintain an action for injuries arising out of negligent acts.

Unseaworthiness

entitles a seaman to maintain an action when a vessel, its equipment, etc., is not reasonably fit for its intended use.

General Maritime Law

entitles certain people to maintain a negligence action, products liability action, etc., for maritime injuries.

Maintenance and Cure

entitles a seaman to have medical bills paid and certain daily expenses paid until a physician declares the seaman reaches maximum medical improvement.

Wrongful Death

this complex scheme of relief provides a cause of action for a person killed due to the wrongful act of another in a maritime setting.

If you would like to discuss a potential maritime case, please call for a free consultation.