Protecting Your Injury Claim During a Maritime Accident Investigation

Boat accidents are more frequent than many vessel owners and shipping companies would like to admit, and they carry with them serious physical and psychological ramifications for seamen who are injured in those accidents. Speak with a maritime accident attorney who has handled injury and emotional distress lawsuits like yours.

You probably already know to report an accident or injury to your supervisor as soon as it happens, but there are some other actions you can take to ensure your rights are protected throughout the maritime accident investigation. 

• Don't continue to work - it can exacerbate your injury and be used against you.
• Get your co-workers who witnessed the event to write a statement about the conditions of the accident. Include their names and contact information.
• Seek medical attention from a doctor you have selected.
• Do not delay in either reporting the accident to your supervisor or in following up on your injury claim.
• Follow all of your doctor's recommendations.
• Speak with an attorney who can help you protect your maintenance and cure benefits while you are injured. 

If you have been injured in an accident, speak to an attorney to ensure you are well prepared for the maritime accident investigation, and never sign anything that waives your employer's liability. Boat accidents are the responsibility of the employer and/or vessel owner, so defend your rights by contacting a lawyer today.

Contact a Maritime Accident Investigation Lawyer

The Jones Act provides you with certain protections your employer may not want you to know about. An attorney from The Young Firm in New Orleans, Louisiana, can help you if you have suffered injuries in boat accidents, an offshore accident or other injuries that fall under maritime law. Though we are based in Louisiana, we are ready and able to help injured victims throughout the U.S. We have handled hundreds of injury and emotional distress lawsuits and claims. Order our free Maritime Injury Law guide and/or our guide to what to do when you are injured offshore to learn all about your rights as an injured worker.

When you are ready to get started with your Jones Act injury case, we urge you to contact us today for a FREE case evaluation - call 1-504-680-4100 or toll-free at 1-866-938-6113.