Offshore Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury while working as a maritime employee or harbor worker, you have come to the right place. There is no such thing as an easy job for those who are involved in the commercial maritime industry, and offshore accidents are a common and tragic occurrence. When a serious accident occurs, legal questions are likely to arise about the types of compensation that is available for certain types of injuries. With the help of an
offshore injury attorney from our firm, you can learn how to go about seeking compensation for your medical costs, pain and suffering and more.
Causes of Offshore Accidents
The years of experience that we have in dealing with maritime accidents has revealed a common thread in what causes these accidents to occur. As unfortunate as it may be, employer negligence is one of the most common causes of accidents. Regardless of the specific occupation title, every offshore worker is put under the care of an employer for the majority of their day. It is the legal responsibility of a maritime employer to maintain a safe working environment and to protect employees against avoidable hazards.
Injured offshore workers commonly suffer injuries such as back injuries, head injuries, lost limbs and more. These accidents can be cause by fires & explosions, falls, equipment failures or other deck accidents. Every maritime company is required to train employees on current safety standards and practices, but sometimes employers can become lazy or negligent and it is the workers who pay the price.
Contact an offshore injury lawyer for help!
At Arnold & Itkin LLP, we are thoroughly acquainted with your rights as an offshore worker. We have dedicated countless hours to studying maritime laws such as the
Jones Act and the
Limitation of Liability Act so that we can provide you with exceptional legal defense for any situation. If you are suffering from an offshore accident, now is the time to act. An experienced
personal injury lawyer from our firm is waiting to help you asses the strengths and weaknesses of your injury claim so that you can receive the maximum amount of compensation available for your injuries.
Contact an offshore injury attorney for skilled legal help and counsel regarding your offshore accident case.