Maritime Settlements

Maritime settlements are monetary awards granted to those injured (or families of deceased marine workers) who can prove their losses are covered by the Jones Act.

Also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, the Jones Act is an essential part of admiralty law that provides compensation for a maritime injury if an injured party can prove that his injuries occurred as the result of:

working for the maritime industry
a captain's, crew member's or manufacturer's negligence or recklessness

To date, settlements of various amounts have been granted to maritime workers who have sustained the following serious injuries:

bone fracture
burns
disfigurement
electrocution
loss of limb
neck and back injuries
permanent disability
repetitive stress injuries (such as carpal tunnel syndrome)
traumatic brain injuries

Starting Admiralty Cases & Pursuing Maritime Settlements

After any type of boating accident, it's crucial that injured parties:

Undergo all necessary medical treatments to prevent further maritime injuries or death
Set up a free initial consultation with maritime injury lawyers, once their health is stable

During an initial consult, an experienced maritime attorney will:

Comprehensively evaluate the case
Figure out whether the injured party is entitled to a maritime settlement via the Jones Act
Inform the prospective plaintiff about the legal process ahead
Provide expert advice regarding the most appropriate manner in which to pursue the claim (based on the individual's needs and unique situation)

Securing the services of an experienced maritime lawyer whom you trust can make the difference in:

Whether you win your case
The amount of the maritime settlement

Esteemed marine injury attorneys do their best to win favorable verdicts for injured seamen by:

Questioning any witnesses to the accident to find some who support your claims (or to find fallacies in opposing witness statements)
Working with specialists, such as forensic scientists and engineers, who can verify our clients' claims when official, expert testimony is needed
Providing clients with professional, aggressive representation in all legal proceedings

As much as 95 percent of all personal injury lawsuits are settled before (and without ever having to go to) trial.

Amounts of Maritime Settlement Awards

The exact amount of money awarded in a maritime lawsuit will depend on:

the nature of the accident
the type and severity of injuries sustained
the cost of outstanding hospital bills
ongoing treatment costs
the amount of lost wages incurred
whether permanent disability affects the plaintiff's ability to earn a living
the estimated amount of pain and suffering the maritime injury has caused.

Have you or a loved one been injured in a maritime accident? If so, contact us today to speak with an esteemed maritime lawyer who will thoroughly evaluate your case and help you obtain the settlement you are entitled to.

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