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The Jones Act itself is a densely-worded, intensely complicated document with language that runs on and on and on. Fortunately, Jones Act attorneys have spent the time and effort to master this aspect of maritime law so that they can effectively represent maritime workers who have been hurt on the job, in scenarios such as:

• on-board explosions or fires
• equipment malfunctions
• slips and falls
• falling object
• exposure to a hazardous substance
• severe lacerations, contusions, broken bones

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed at sea, it is imperative to seek experienced legal representation from an attorney who is familiar with the Jones Act. For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss your injury, contact us today. Please call 888-327-5215 or fill out the contact form on the right hand side of this page and a skilled Jones Act lawyer will be in touch with you shortly.

What to Do If You're Injured at Sea

If you are injured while working at sea or in a job that contributes to a voyage, you may be eligible for a Jones Act remedy for your losses — such as medical bills, lost wages, and permanent disability. To protect your legal right to a sufficient remedy and compensation for your losses, it's very important that you contact a Jones Act plaintiffs' attorney as soon as possible after the injury occurred, and you should also:

• Be sure to get adequate medical attention immediately. If your vessel or employer has a medical officer, contact him or her. If not, seek medical care in another setting. If you need follow-up medical care later, get it from an impartial healthcare provider — not one supplied by your employer or its insurance company.
• Report your accident and injury to the senior officer at your job. Get an accident form to fill out, and complete the form as fully as possible, right away (before any details are forgotten). These details should include:
• The date and time of the accident
• The shift or watch being worked
• The vessel's name
• The departure and arrival ports
• A full description of the accident
• Names of all personnel involved, and witnesses; their contact information
• If possible, any dialogue before, during and after the accident
• Take photographs of the site of the accident and any equipment involved, and get pictures of signs of your injury (e.g., bruises, lacerations, punctures)
• DON'T sign any documents that have the words "release" or "waiver" on them, or any document that has you admit to some responsibility for the accident. First, get a free consultation with a Jones Act attorney.

Contact a Jones Act Attorney Today

If you have been injured, or if your loved one has been killed while working out at sea, you may be eligible to recover compensation for losses including medical bills, treatment costs, physical disabilities and disfigurement, loss of limbs and emotional pain and suffering. Schedule a free consultation with an experienced attorney today. Simply fill out the form on the right and a qualified legal professional will contact you shortly.

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