Nationwide Maritime Lawyers Assisting Residents of Orlando, FL Injured Anywhere in the Country

The state of Florida is home to a thriving maritime industry, and the Orlando, FL metropolitan area (pop. 2.3 million) is home to many people currently employed in this sector. Maritime employment can indeed be very lucrative, but this line of work is not without its dangers. The simple fact is that maritime workers must cope with a variety of hazards to their health, from dangerous chemicals to rough weather. Injuries, sometimes life-altering ones, are hardly uncommon in this field.

For those who have been harmed in connection with their maritime responsibilities, aid is available in the form of financial compensation. But you shouldn’t try to handle the claims process all alone—you need a maritime personal injury lawyer with a firm grasp of Jones Act claims and related aspects of law. At Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., we have a staff of admiralty and longshoremen attorneys who can guide you through the maze of the legal system so you can obtain the settlement to which you are entitled.

Common Maritime Injuries and Health Issues

Offshore accidents are nothing to be dismissed lightly. Maritime employees can and do become seriously hurt while on the job. This is just a selection of the injuries common to this industry:

Back & spine injuries
Burns
Hypothermia
Frostbite
Compartment Syndrome
Amputation
Pleural (lung) disorders
Brain damage

If you have been harmed over the course of your employment as a maritime worker, whether or not in a way included in the above list, you can qualify for financial compensation.

What Kinds of Compensation Are Available?

For injured maritime and offshore employees, the most fundamental form of compensation is maintenance and cure. Ailing seamen can receive money to provide a modest level of living expenses during their period of recovery (maintenance) in addition to compensation for medical bills and expenses (cure). You can qualify for maintenance and cure regardless of who is responsible for the injury in question.

Depending on the exact circumstances surrounding the incident, it is possible to qualify for additional compensation as well. This area of law is far from straightforward, though—there are a variety of factors that must be accurately assessed. Turning to an experienced maritime accident lawyer is your best bet when it comes to maximizing your chances of securing a suitable settlement. Our maritime injury attorneys have experience with the following types of cases, among others:

Contact a Jones Act Attorney

Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., is a prominent maritime law firm represents workers injured and/or reside in the Orlando area. We’ve helped many seamen win settlement for their injuries, and you could be next. Call 1-800-836-5830 for a free, no-obligation case evaluation from one of our admiralty lawyers.

Free Confidential Case Review

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.”