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Injured in a maritime or boating accident? Contact Andy Citrin Injury Attorneys today and find out for free if you have a case.

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According to the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement, over 700 offshore injuries have been reported since 2017. These injuries can result in lost time from work, or even more severe consequences, such as lifelong disability. Regardless of the outcome, an injury that occurs offshore can hinder your life and leave you in need of a Daphne maritime lawyer.

You can count on Andy Injury Attorneys to have your back whether your case falls under the Jones Act, Death on the High Seas Act, Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, or any other maritime statute because we have been practicing maritime law in Alabama for decades!

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Common Types of Maritime Injuries

Unfortunately, there are a wide variety of injuries that can be sustained in a maritime accident due to the dangerous nature of offshore work. Some common injuries include:

Burns

Neck and back injuries due to the demands of physical labor

Loss of limb

Spinal cord damage that could lead to paralysis

Traumatic brain injuries and other head injuries

Broken bones

Vision loss or hearing damage

Death

And more

What to do immediately

Common Types of Maritime Injuries

Unfortunately, there are a wide variety of injuries that can be sustained in a maritime accident due to the dangerous nature of offshore work. Some common injuries include:
Maritime Injury

Burns

Neck and back injuries due to the demands of physical labor

Loss of limb

Spinal cord damage that could lead to paralysis

Traumatic brain injuries and other head injuries

Broken bones

Vision loss or hearing damage

Death

And more

Dos and don’ts

Maritime Injury Dos and don’ts

When it comes to maritime injuries, it’s important you take it seriously and carefully. You should not only report your injury to the appropriate authorities, but you should also:

Visit a doctor to treat and document all your injuries

Report the details of your injury to your employer

Report the details of your injury to your employer

If there was a crime involved, report it to the police

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Along with these crucial steps, there are several things you should never do following an injury:

Avoid any activities that could make your injury worse

Omit from telling the employer about the injury

Wait to seek medical attention or legal counsel after an injury

Maritime injuries are bound to happen. If you or someone you know has experienced such an accident, getting legal representation is critical if you want to protect yourself as much as possible.

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How Does Maritime Law Differ from Other Types of Law?

Because they typically fall within the realm of maritime, injury laws involving ships are significantly more intricate. This area of law has its own court system, set of rules, and statutes that are completely distinct from what we generally mean when we talk about law.
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Maritime workers are like the unsung heroes of our Alabama and Gulf Coast communities, keeping our economy afloat. However, when accidents happen on the water, it’s a whole maze of laws for treatment, insurance, and legal stuff.

Whether you’re out there working hard or just trying to catch some waves on vacation, you want someone who’s got your back. That’s where Andy Citrin Injury Attorneys steps in. We’ve been around the maritime block for nearly 30 years–we’re here to fight for you.

For more information about maritime accidents, maritime law in Daphne, and how a Daphne maritime lawyer from our law firm can help you, we encourage you to continue reading below.

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What Causes Maritime Accidents?

There are many mishaps that result in catastrophic injuries because of the nature of offshore labor, however, some accidents occur more frequently than others. The following are the main causes of potentially fatal maritime injuries:

Reckless behavior including drug and alcohol abuse

Overexertion

Toxic chemical exposure

Heavy machinery that can malfunction, especially when unmaintained

Fatigue resulting from long hours and overwork

Machine and plant explosions

Piracy

Unmaintained or missing protective gear, or inadequate safety protocols

Electric shocks

Slip and fall accidents

Falling overboard or from heights

Inexperience or a lack of training

How fault works in Alabama

What Causes Maritime Accidents?

There are many mishaps that result in catastrophic injuries because of the nature of offshore labor, however, some accidents occur more frequently than others. The following are the main causes of potentially fatal maritime injuries:

Reckless behavior including drug and alcohol abuse

Overexertion

Toxic chemical exposure

Heavy machinery that can malfunction, especially when unmaintained

Fatigue resulting from long hours and overwork

Machine and plant explosions

Piracy

Unmaintained or missing protective gear, or inadequate safety protocols

Electric shocks

Slip and fall accidents

Falling overboard or from heights

Inexperience or a lack of training

The Jones Act, Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, and Death on the High Seas Act:

In Daphne, Alabama, there’s more than one law that protects those who have been hurt in an offshore or maritime incident, like the Jones Act. Passed in 1920, this law protects oil and gas, shipping, plus other industry workers that are considered “seamen” to gain compensation for the damages that they undergo while at sea. Equally important, a seaman must spend at least 30% of their working time aboard ship to qualify for the Jones Act.
The good news is that for those not covered by the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) comes in handy. It guarantees workers’ compensation for on-the-job maritime injuries. Either the employer’s insurance or the Department of Labor handles the payment of benefits.
Another maritime law to take into consideration is the Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA). If someone dies at sea due to negligence of another person, the family has the right to bring a suit against the negligent party.

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The staff at Citrins Law Office in Daphne fought for me and won. My settlement was 10 times what I thought it would be. Thank you for all your hard work.

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