Being injured on the job as a harbor, ship, or offshore worker can be incredibly dangerous. Especially if excessive negligence was involved, maritime accidents can end up resulting in serious injuries or even death. Harbor workers, seamen, commercial fishing captains, and their crew, and other maritime workers deserve their day in court and the right to be compensated for their injuries. Our maritime injury lawyers in New York will work to ensure that you’re given every penny you deserve for your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, property damage, or wrongful death. We are here to help. If you have been injured on the job as a seaman or worker at sea anywhere around the country, turn to Schechter Shaffer & Harris, LLP for professional representation you can trust.
Our law firm has handled many cases involving maritime workers’ injuries throughout our long history of dedication towards protecting individuals’ legal rights. Whether you were injured on the job, on a cruise ship, or another ship/vessel, our dedicated maritime accident attorneys will ensure you get the representation you deserve.
Maritime law governs events and operations involving ships, shipping, insurance claims, and civil matters occurring on open water. Approximately 95% of cargo is imported to the United States through seaports, so maritime law affects businesses and employees around the world directly or indirectly. Maritime law is the term used to describe the legal jurisdiction of the United States over certain waters. This includes ports, harbors, rivers, bays, seas, oceans, and any other bodies of water that are connected directly or indirectly with interstate commercial activity.
Maritime law is applied when an employee is injured at sea. This law is different from personal injury and worker’s compensation laws that apply to land-based accidents. Thus, it is vital that you contact a maritime injury lawyer if you have been involved in an accident on the water. Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. is your go-to maritime law firm.
Common Personal injury claims filed by crew members include:
No matter what type of injury you have suffered, our experienced maritime accident and Jones Act law firm is here to help. Contact us today if you want to file a claim or need help navigating your workers’ compensation process.
The financial compensation you can recover for a maritime injury is largely dependent on several factors including your current medical bills, your life expectancy, the likely permanency of your injuries, and any disabilities you have incurred.
Our maritime injury lawyers in New York understand that being injured on the job can be overwhelming enough without having to handle legal matters on top of it all. This is why we always take our client’s best interests to heart when analyzing their cases. We are here to fight for you so you get the money you deserve for your pain and suffering, medical expenses, loss of enjoyment in life, lost wages due to injuries or disability, property damage, or any other wrongful death losses associated with your specific case.
Schechter Shaffer & Harris, LLP wants to help our clients receive fair compensation from those responsible for their injuries as quickly as possible. We are passionate about our work and strive to ensure each client has the best outcome possible for their specific case.
Mariners are at risk for serious injuries when they are on duty due to possible negligence from their employers. If you have been injured while working as a seaman or officer aboard a ship or vessel anywhere within America’s borders or its navigable waterways, you need an attorney who has extensive knowledge of maritime law to protect your interests.
Our New York maritime injury attorneys at Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., have the resources and experience necessary to handle all types of personal injury cases involving seaman or officers aboard ships or vessels anywhere within America’s borders or its navigable waterways. Our legal team is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals who are injured while working on boats in any capacity. We simplify the complexities of maritime and Jones Act law to ensure each and every client understands their rights and gets the compensation deserve.
Our New York maritime attorneys have years of experience and wide-ranging knowledge of maritime law. Here at Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P, we are dedicated to helping victims get the fair compensation they are entitled to under the Jones Act or other maritime laws. Our offshore and longshoremen injury lawyers will work to get you what you need to cover any medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
We have a comprehensive understanding of the Jones Act and maritime admiralty law in general. Our New York maritime lawyers can assist you by developing a legal strategy, gathering evidence to make your case stronger, explaining legal terminology, and answering any questions that you may have. We are conveniently available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us today for a free evaluation from an experienced maritime injury attorney in New York.
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