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Nationwide Maritime Lawyers Assisting Residents of Chicago, IL Injured Anywhere in the Country

For offshore and maritime personnel, there’s no such thing as a relaxing day at work. It’s a dangerous job that forces workers to spend their working days in the presence of a variety of hazards—inclement weather, toxic gases and chemicals, unstable walking surfaces, and powerful equipment with moving parts.

If you have been injured in connection with your responsibilities as a maritime employee, help is available. Contact Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., today. As one of the preeminent maritime law firms with a presence in the Chicago, IL area, we have a team of personal injury lawyers who can lead you through the process of obtaining compensation for your suffering.

A Hazardous Workplace

Seamen are frequently exposed to an alarmingly wide range of perils—which, sometimes, results in severe injury. Common types of injuries associated with offshore accidents include:

  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Amputation of limbs
  • Back injuries
  • Compartment Syndrome
  • Pleural (lung) disorders
  • Skin burns
  • Brain damage
  • Hypothermia and frostbite

Fortunately, injured seamen can qualify for significant financial compensation.

What Is Maintenance and Cure?

General maritime law provides several options to injured employees when it comes to obtaining compensation. The most basic of these is called maintenance and cure, a term that encompasses two different types of compensation. Maintenance consists of weekly payments intended to provide a modicum of living expenses to the individual as they recover. Cure refers to the compensation they may receive for expenses relating to their injury, such as medical bills.

Other Aspects of Maritime Law

At Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., our maritime injury attorneys have over 145 years’ collective trial experience in this field, and they have helped many individuals obtain just compensation. Our areas of specialty include these facets of maritime law:

Maritime law is far from straightforward. That’s why you need experienced admiralty lawyers on your side.

We’re Here for You

Contact Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., when you need a Jones Act attorney. We represent maritime workers injured in the Chicago area and throughout the country. Take advantage of our free case consultation offer and get the answers you need at no risk. Our maritime accident lawyers are eager to help. You can reach us via phone at 1-800-836-5830; we’re available 24/7.

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Case Results

$17,500,000

in Jones Act Deckhand Case

$2,500,000

Recovered in Jones Act Case

$1,600,000

Recovered for Offshore Workers

$1,100,000

Recovered for Worker Injured on Dock

Testimonials

Nadia Amaraz:


“She is such a wonderful caring person and attorney. I had the privilege of having Cynthia Huerta as an attorney and Katie Granger as her assistant in my automobile case. I am very pleased with the services they provided and admire their professional excellence. Cynthia and Katie I want to extend a heart-felt thank you for you commitment for making my case successful.”

John Rodriguez:


“Mr. Shaffer was great, he handled my maritime case fast and effectively. They ensured I received the medical treatment and care that I needed and his team always made me feel at ease. I would hands down recomend Mr. Shaffer and his team to anyone looking for a trustworthy lawyer, this is a man to trust to get the job done.”

J.A. Flores:


“Mr. Harris and his staff did an amazing job! They worked tirelessly to help us get the fairest settlement possible. We are so grateful and appreciative for all they did for us. I cannot recommend them highly enough! They are great!”

Alicia Tate:


“Mr. Harris did a phenomenal job handling my car accident case. He went above & beyond for me. Mr. Harris dealt with my case swiftly. He was always available to take my calls or he returned them promptly. His staff was friendly and always very helpful. Mr. Harris put my mind at ease many times. He kept me in the loop and up to date on what was happening with my case.I reccomemd this law firm to anyone involved in any type of accident.”

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