Gulfport Oil Rig Accident Lawyer
Maritime law, the Jones Act and the Longshoreman & Harbor Workers' Compensation Act entitle crew members and offshore workers to compensation for injuries on the job. Compensation may cover pain and suffering, maintenance and cure, and lost income. You may need assistance recovering additional damages from a negligent third party, as well.
I am T. Michael Reed, a Hattiesburg offshore accident attorney who helps workers injured on a vessel in navigable waterways. In addition to Jones Act benefits, workers may be entitled to compensation if a third-party employer or product manufacturer is also liable. To discuss your claim, please call my office at 601-255-4888. Your consultation is free.
Personal injury cases are taken on a contingency fee basis. If I accept your case, there is no fee unless I recover damages for you.
Helping Injured Workers Recover
I can represent workers who have been injured on nearly any seagoing vessel, including:
- Tugboats and towboats
- Oil rigs
- Fishing vessels
- Tankers, freighters and barges
- Casino and cruise ships
- Cargo ships
- Crew boats
Maritime work is extremely dangerous, exposing workers to many types of injuries on the job, including repetitive stress and catastrophic injuries. Some of the most common injuries are:
- Back and spinal injuries
- Injuries to arms and shoulders
- Broken bones and amputations
- Slip-and-fall injuries
- Drowning
Any of these injuries may cause a lifetime of pain, disability or wrongful death. I can help you seek compensation to cover medical bills, long-term care and lost income. Under the Jones Act, you have three years to file negligence claims; however, it is a good idea to get started as soon as possible.
For a free consultation, please call 601-255-4888 or contact me online today.
