Maritime/Admiralty Injuries

Hiring a Maritime Lawyer for a Work-Related Injury

For many who work at sea or operate sea vessels, work-related maritime injuries often become a serious issue. It is vital that the people who work at sea become well informed about how a maritime attorney can make the law work to their advantage and protection. A maritime attorney may be able to help an individual seek compensation for maritime injury and wrongful death cases involving:

• Injuries to seamen/harbor workers/passengers
• Offshore drilling accidents
• Supply/utility/crew boat accidents
• Dredge boat accidents
• Commercial fishing boat accidents
• Construction barge accidents
• Drill ships
• Offshore and inland tugs
• Drilling and Fishing tool operations

The laws that govern transport and trade in navigable waters including the sea, oceans, and rivers fall under admiralty law. An experienced admiralty lawyer will have knowledge and experience dealing with the federal court system that governs admiralty issues.

The Jones Act and other federal laws act to protect seamen who are injured while operating a vessel in maritime commerce. The Jones Act operates, in part, to protect sea workers who have been injured because of an employer or crew member’s negligence.

Individuals engaged in an occupation that involves work in navigable waters will benefit from the knowledge and experience of a maritime attorney who understands admiralty issues. An experienced lawyer can help make admiralty laws work to your advantage.

Hiring a Maritime Lawyer for a Recreational Injury

Speaking to a maritime attorney about injuries on the water could enable an individual to be compensated for lost wages, medical bills, and other damages. Recreational maritime injuries that may be compensable include:

• Boating accidents
• Jet ski/water ski accidents
• Swimming accidents

A maritime lawyer who is familiar with the relevant state court and local laws dealing with recreational water-related injuries may be able to help you get the compensation you deserve.

Contact the Law Offices of d'Oliveria & Associates, P.C.

If you or a loved one has been a victim of maritime injury, you should consider contacting an attorney who specializes in handling these types of cases. Our lawyers would like to meet with you and discuss your injury at sea to help you understand your legal options. Whatever your circumstances, an experienced maritime and admiralty attorney is here to help efficiently and effectively handle your case.

Please contact the law offices of d'Oliveira & Associates at 1-800-992-6878 or fill out a contact form for a free legal consultation.