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It’s an unfortunate fact that offshore and maritime employees are much more likely to be harmed while on the job than the average American worker. Threats to their health come from a variety of sources—harsh weather, dangerous chemicals, slippery decks, and heavy mobile machinery.
The good news is that injured maritime personnel can take advantage of multiple legal remedies available to obtain the compensation to which they are entitled. Our maritime injury attorneys are here to lead you through the maze of the legal system.
When you have Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. on your side, you have access to a team of admiralty lawyers with many years of experience in all aspects of maritime personal injury law and a determination to fight for clients so they get the benefits they deserve.
Dangers of Offshore Employment
There are a lot of ways to get hurt or even killed while out at sea. Here are only a handful of common maritime injuries and ailments:
- Back & spine injuries
- Burns
- Hypothermia
- Frostbite
- Compartment Syndrome
- Amputation
- Pleural (lung) disorders
- Brain damage
Regardless of the type of injury sustained, seamen are generally entitled to financial compensation. Turning to an experienced maritime accident lawyer is your best strategy when it comes to maximizing your payout.
Maintenance and Cure
Injured seamen can qualify for financial compensation even if they share responsibility for the incident in question. The standard form of compensation—part of general maritime law for generations—is called maintenance and cure. This refers to two separate elements: Maintenance is a collective term for the payments the seaman receives to cover their living expenses during the period of recuperation, and cure is the compensation for their medical-related expenses.
It’s worth pointing out that seamen may qualify for additional compensation as well. If you were injured in a maritime accident in San Francisco, our maritime lawyers will be able to help you with any potential Jones Act claims and related matters.
Our Areas of Specialty
Maritime personal injury law consists of various facets that tend to prove confusing to those who are not experienced admiralty lawyers. Our team handles a wide variety of maritime issues, including these:
Case Results
$17.5 Million
head injury
$4.5 Million
offshore explosion
$3 Million
back injury
$2.5 Million
tug injury
Contact Us Today
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., is a nationwide maritime law firm that gets results. If you’ve been hurt while working offshore or on a vessel, you deserve an experienced advocate on your side.
Our nationwide maritime law firm has been getting results for clients just like you. We specialize in Jones Act cases, which provide unique legal protections for injured seamen. Our dedicated team of attorneys has a proven track record of success, recovering over $1 billion dollars in compensation for our clients. When you’re facing medical bills, lost wages, and an uncertain future, don’t navigate the legal system alone.
When you need a Jones Act attorney, give us a call at 1-800-836-5830. Our free case evaluation will help you determine the next step in your journey.
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