Hurt on an offshore oil rig? Choose a maritime injury attorney who knows your rights.

Even on an ordinary day, working on an offshore oil rig is a dangerous job. But, on a day like April 20, 2010, working on an oil rig can be deadly. Whether your injury was caused by routine job duties or by a catastrophe like the Deepwater Horizon explosion, you have rights.

A good maritime attorney is a necessity for protecting those rights. But, not all maritime lawyers have the expertise to represent your case. These tips can help you choose an attorney that is right for you.

1. Trust your instincts. Choose an attorney that you feel comfortable with and that you feel you can trust. Your lawsuit may take a while and you’ll be sharing some personal information. Choose someone that you feel that you can talk to.

2. Choose an attorney who specializes in maritime law. Many personal injury attorneys will take maritime cases, but they do not have in-depth knowledge of maritime law and maritime worker’s rights. They may not be able to get you all the compensation to which you are entitled.

3. Choose an attorney who has been around for a while and who has experience successfully representing injured offshore workers in the oil industry.

4. Look at the attorney’s case results. Have they represented cases that sound like your own?

5. Ask to see client testimonials.

6. Choose an attorney who will personally handle your case rather than giving it to an assistant.

8. If you have been injured offshore, there is a good chance your case will have to go to trial. Choose an attorney who has Jones Act trial experience.

9. Schedule a free consultation so you can ask questions, get advice about your case, and see if you are a good fit.

10. Again – trust your instincts. Choosing an attorney is a lot like choosing a doctor. You want someone who is
knowledgeable, has a good “bed side” manner, and will do their best to help you.

The Young Firm offers a free guide to all maritime workers who are injured offshore. Contact our New Orleans maritime law office at 866-938-6113 to request your free copy of 6 Secrets Your Company May Not Tell You When You Get Injured Offshore.

Loading

Get Your FREE
Injury Toolkit

Our Qualifications