The Thibodaux Maritime Lawyers at Zehl & Associates
Since 2012 alone, our Thibodaux Maritime Lawyers have recovered over $75 million in settlements and verdicts, been recognized as one of the Top 5 Maritime Law Firms in the Country by NewsWeek Magazine, and won every case that we’ve taken to trial. Because of our experience and unprecedented results, we’ve also been involved with 4 of the most recent workplace disasters in recent history. For example, we were one of the first law firms hired to represent 5 of the workers who were injured onboard the BP Deepwater Horizon when it tragically exploded in April 2010. In less than 18 months, we were able to successfully resolve all claims against BP and Transocean for a highly favorable (and confidential) amount.
If You or a Loved One were Injured Working Offshore, Contact One of Our Louisiana Maritime lawyers for a Free Consultation at 1-888-302-3838 or by Clicking Here.
Having successfully represented hundreds of injured offshore workers in state and federal courts across the State of Louisiana, our maritime lawyers have the knowledge, resources and experience to ensure that you receive the maximum compensation for your injuries. We also realize, however, that money is never a substitute for your health. As a result, our medical staff will do whatever possible to ensure that you’re receiving the best medical treatment available. If you’re not satisfied with the treatment you’re receiving, or would simply like to get a second opinion, our staff will do arrange for you to see the doctor of your choice, regardless of where they’re located.
If you or a loved one were injured while working offshore, contact one of our Louisiana Maritime Lawyers for a Free Consultation at 1-888-302-3838 or by clicking here.
Thibodaux, Morgan City, and Raceland
Thibodaux, Morgan City, and Raceland are small, bustling port towns nestled along Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Thibodaux and Raceland are served by Port Fourchon, Louisiana’s southernmost port, located in Lafourche Parish. Port Fourchon plays a major role in serving the oil and gas industry. With over 600 rigs located within a 40 mile radius of Port Fourchon, a majority of the cargo handled at this port is oil and gas related. Apart from its proximity to hundreds of oil rigs in the gulf coast, Port Fourchon’s short distance from Louisiana Highway 1 (LA1) makes the port a vital link between the gulf coast and the continental US. The most common types of cargo distributed out of Port Fourchon throughout the US include machinery, dry bulk, pipe, food, and specialty tools. Responsible for serving over 90% of the Gulf of Mexico’s deepwater oil production, Port Fourchon continues to expand as a direct result of the oil and gas industry.
Morgan City, Louisiana is considered the birthplace of the offshore oil exploration industry. Advantageously located along the Atchafalaya River and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, the Port Of Morgan City is able to handle imports and exports from all over the world. With the town moto “Right in the Middle of Everything,” it is no surprise that Morgan City is a thriving port city that has been right in the middle of the oil and gas industry. Known worldwide for fishing, hunting and fine Cajun cuisine, Morgan City is the gateway to the Gulf of Mexico for the shrimping and oilfield industries.
For many gulf coast Louisiana residents, working on the water, whether on a cruise boat, a shrimping vessel, or an oil rig, is a way of life. Unfortunately, the life of a seaman is far from easy. The chances of an offshore accident increase when others act negligently or carelessly.
While injuries are common, they are almost always avoidable. If you are a seaman who has been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or a dangerous condition on the rig or vessel, you may have a cause of action under the Jones Act or other maritime laws, which may entitle you to compensation for:
- Medical Expenses
- Living Expenses
- Mental Anguish
- Future Lost Wages
- Decreased Earning Capacity
- Damages for Physical Impairment
If your injuries were caused by a defective condition onboard the vessel, you may also be entitled to file a claim for unseaworthiness against the vessel’s owner. A ship is considered unseaworthy when the vessel itself, or its equipment, is not in proper working condition, if the crew is not properly trained, or there aren’t enough workers to safely perform a job. If your injuries were related to the defective condition or improperly trained crew, the maritime laws provide you with the right to recover damages against the vessel’s owner.
The Port Fourchon, Louisiana maritime attorneys at Zehl & Associates have successfully represented a number of offshore workers who were seriously injured in accidents that could—and should have been—avoided. With years of courtroom experience, our offshore injury lawyers have the knowledge and resources needed to protect our clients’ rights under the Jones Act and general maritime laws and ensure that they are fully compensated for their injuries.
Contact the Louisiana Maritime Lawyers at Zehl & Associates today for a free, confidential consultation at 1-888-302-3838 or by clicking here.
