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Admiralty attorneys are skilled in counseling, negotiating and litigating on behalf of individuals and families who are hurt in incidents at sea or on navigable waters, or at employment that contributes to a voyage. Thus, the types of clients that admiralty attorneys represent include:
Admiralty attorneys may also represent the owners and operators of vessels, whether they are private individuals or corporations. When any dispute or accident occurs on the ocean, territorial waters, or inland waters (e.g., lakes and rivers) large enough for navigation, the legal aspects of the case are best dealt with by admiralty attorneys.
An admiralty attorney can help determine:
There are many types of vessels that are covered under the Jones Act (the federal statutes that provide workers' compensation-like benefits for people who work on seagoing vessels or in jobs that contribute to their voyage):
When there is any lack of clarity about an aspect of the Jones Act — such as the vessels or the status of the injured party — an admiralty attorney is the crucial resource for answers. He or she fights for the most favorable interpretation of the laws on behalf of a client.
If you have been harmed in an incident in a maritime setting (as an employee or not), it is wise to speak with an experienced admiralty lawyer immediately. To schedule a consultation, contact us today.
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