Louisiana Maritime Injury and Jones Act Claim Attorneys
Seamen, fishermen, ferry workers, and other crewmen work in extremely dangerous environments and are frequently at risk for serious injuries. The Jones Act and other maritime laws are designed to protect seamen by providing compensation for injuries suffered in commercial boating accidents. Wrongful death claims may also be brought based on the Jones Act and general maritime law. If you are seriously injured while working on a vessel, you need an experienced maritime law attorney to protect your rights.
At the Lafayette law firm of Galloway Jefcoat, LLP, our personal injury lawyers represent the victims of injuries that are covered by the Jones Act and other maritime laws, including the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act. Our firm understands the unique challenges presented by injuries on commercial boating vessels and works hard to provide effective legal service that achieves our clients needs. Since 1996, our firm has represented more than 1,000 clients in personal injury cases in the state of Louisiana.
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Call our Lafayette office at 337-205-7085 or toll free at 888-537-1490 for a free initial consultation.
Understanding the Jones Act and the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act is important for the victims of injuries on commercial boating vessels. At Galloway Jefcoat, LLP, we can provide answers to your questions and information about your recovery options.
Jones Act:
The Jones Act is a federal law that provides seamen with remedies against their employers for any injuries that occurred while working on a vessel and were the result of negligence on the part of an employer or coworker. The Jones Act only applies to seamen who are in service on a ship. The Act holds employers liable for the negligence of employees for which the employer is responsible, including independent contractors.
Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act:
The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act provides a type of workers' compensation benefits for maritime workers who are injured on navigable waters. It covers many seamen who are not covered by the Jones Act but still are entitled to disability benefits. This Act provides medical and disability benefits, as well as rehabilitation services for injuries that were sustained on the job.
At our firm, we can help you understand whether you qualify for the Jones Act or for the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act.
Claim the benefits that you deserve
Employees who are injured on the job only have a period of 30 days to notify their employers of their injuries. Contact an attorney as soon as possible to get the representation that you deserve for your maritime law claims. We will protect your rights and work to get the compensation that you need for your recovery. Call us today at 337-205-7085 or toll free at 888-537-1490. Se habla español.
