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| "Progress flows only from struggle." Supreme Court Justice Louis D. Brandeis Business--A Profession Maritime Law and the Jones Act Whether it's on a shrimp boat, a ferry, a cruise ship or a barge, your offshore injuries are covered by statute. Maritime law concerns situations that occur on the high seas and navigable waters. Accidents and injuries have been known to happen out on the water. Incidents may arise between ship owners, staff or crewmembers and passengers. Sea transportation claims, salvage claims, marine pollution, and collisions at sea, as well as boating accidents, fall under the admiralty law umbrella. Also, seamen (widely defined by statute) and oil rig workers – working on rigs not permanently affixed to the ocean floor – are generally covered under maritime law. Injuries to seamen are covered by the Jones Act. The statute confers jurisdiction to federal district courts for claims for injuries sustained by ship or vessel workers traveling on oceans and intra-coastal waterways. Also, divers are covered. The Law The cause of action is usually one based in negligence, but seamen may recover maintenance and cure for lack of seaworthiness. Maintenance and cure means payments for room and board and medical costs resulting from illness. The statute of limitations for suing someone in Texas for such an accident is two years. It is crucial to find a good lawyer who is experienced in managing this type of litigation and who understands admiralty law and the Jones Act. Finding someone who knows how to handle large corporations, insurance companies and their lawyers, and what to address medically and legally, will help to protect you from sure financial disaster. If you or your loved one was injured while at sea or employed by a seafaring company, your lawyer will help you find a proper doctor and will guide you toward recovery damages for injuries sustained at work. Money Damages If an employer can be found to be negligent, financial recovery can include personal property damage and present and future medical bills. Other potential areas of compensation, depending on the facts of the situation, are mental pain and suffering damages, lost past and future wages, permanent impairment/disfigurement, punitive damages, wrongful death damages and loss of enjoyment of life. Having the right lawyer on your side can protect your interests during this difficult time. Why Pinkerton Chad Pinkerton is a powerhouse in and out of the courtroom. His track record of fighting aggressively and successfully for his clients' legal rights reflects millions of dollars* in recovered damages. Chad's background in medicine and experience in the courtroom forge a strong presence whether he is on the phone with the insurance agents, wrangling with opposing counsel, or cross-examining experts at trial. Pinkerton's focus is to make the jury care about his client's loss and feel empowered to do something about it. |
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If you have questions regarding personal injury or wrongful death law, contact us. Our personal injury lawyers offer initial consultations, are available for evening and weekend appointments. Pinkerton’s wrongful death attorneys can handle Spanish speaking clients. Pinkerton Law Firm PLLC offices are conveniently located near Baybrook Mall.
To contact us toll free, call (866) 764-0412 or (281) 332-2002.
*Including attorney's fees.
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