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Given that Florida is nearly surrounded by water, it's no surprise that the maritime industry plays a vital role in Florida's economy. From the U.S. marines and fishing to cruise ships and shipbuilding, Florida is home to some major maritime industries that generate billions of dollars of revenue for the state each year.
Despite these profits, however, the maritime industry does have some drawbacks, particularly when it comes to the risks that its employees face while working. Hurricanes, human error and equipment defects can easily cause maritime accidents that result in severe injuries and, in severe instances, death. In fact, the U.S. Coast Guard reports that more boating accidents occur in Florida than in any other state in the U.S.
Those who are injured while working for the maritime industry should:
To compensate for the significant risks associated with the maritime industry, in 1920, Congress expanded the arms of admiralty and maritime law by passing the Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920. According to this statute, maritime employees who sustain injuries while working will be entitled to a substantial settlement if they can prove that their injuries resulted from the negligence or recklessness of a:
Ways in which such individuals can be negligent and, in turn, cause a dangerous maritime accident include:
Should any of these events (or another instance of negligence) result in personal injuries, injured maritime workers will have a viable personal injury legal claim and will be entitled to seek compensation for their medical bills, permanent disabilities, lost wages and pain and suffering. Depending on the specific circumstances, injured maritime workers may be entitled to compensation for additional damages.
Maritime attorneys offer free initial consultations to prospective plaintiffs to:
In most cases, our maritime lawyers work on contingency, meaning no payment for services will be due until the case is resolved. For information about your individual case and circumstances , please contact our maritime lawyer today.
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