Houston Offshore Crane Accident Lawyer
If you have been injured, a Houston offshore crane accident lawyer can help ensure that your rights are protected. You have the right to seek compensation for your injuries under the Jones Act. This maritime legal act is what regulates offshore employment. These laws were enacted by Congress in order to provide a consistent set of guidelines for any U.S. ship, regardless of whether they are currently located in U.S. waters.
The rules governing injuries sustained offshore are different than typical workers compensation laws stateside. In fact, the Jones Act gives you the ability to sue anyone who could have been partially responsible for the accident. This has the potential to increase your opportunity for compensation. As an attorney, part of our job is to determine who was negligent so that the appropriate parties can be held accountable for your injuries.
Risk Factors for Offshore Crane Accidents
Crane accidents can lead to significant injuries and even death. The risk of an accident occurring increases if the weather is bad, crew members are not adequately trained, the safety equipment is faulty, crew members are not paying attention, or the crane itself is not secure or well-built. Even if you normally work as a crane operator on land, as soon as you take a job offshore, your employment is governed under maritime law and your employer is required to protect you from the possibility of an accident.
Benefits of Working with a Houston Offshore Crane Accident Lawyer
We Determine Liability
The attorneys at Zehl & Associates will work to determine who may have contributed to your accident so that each responsible party can be named in the lawsuit.
We Understand How to Apply the Jones Act to Your Case
Given that maritime laws are different from traditional workers compensation laws, it is critical that you work with an attorney who understands how to apply them to your advantage. For example, if your crane accident occurred due to one of the crew members being negligent, you can sue.
An Attorney Can Work to Maximize Your Claim
You may be unaware of all the compensation you are entitled to. For example, many workers will seek funds to pay for medical bills without taking into consideration the additional expenses associated with taking time off work and driving to and from doctors’ appointments.
You May Have a Long-Term Disability Claim
In addition to receiving compensation for a short-term disability and medical bills, the attorneys at Zehl & Associates can identify whether you may have a long-term disability claim. If so, you could be deserving of a larger settlement or monthly Social Security Disability Insurance payments.
Schedule a Consultation with a Houston Offshore Crane Accident Lawyer
If you were injured in a crane accident, you have the right to seek financial compensation for your injuries and lost wages. To speak with our national maritime attorneys, call Zehl & Associates at 1-888-302-3838.
