Houston Ship Channel
Injury Lawyers
Injured along the Houston Ship Channel?
Longshoremen and dockworkers face serious risks every day while loading and unloading vessels along the Texas Gulf Coast. Cargo cranes, forklifts, container stacks, and heavy equipment can cause severe injuries when safety procedures are ignored.
The longshore injury attorneys at Gilman & Allison LLP represent injured dockworkers along the Houston Ship Channel.
Many longshore workers in the Houston area operate at terminals such as:
Barbours Cut Container Terminal
Bayport Container Terminal
Turning Basin Terminal
Jacintoport Terminal
Manchester Terminal
Kinder Morgan Deepwater Terminal
Common longshore accidents include:
Falling cargo or container accidents
Crane and heavy equipment injuries
Forklift accidents on docks or vessels
Slip and fall injuries on terminals
Equipment failures during cargo operations
If you were injured working at a port terminal, you may have rights under federal maritime law.
Maritime Injury Lawyers Near the Houston Ship Channel
Most dockworkers are protected by the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, which provides benefits for workers injured during maritime employment.
In some cases, injured workers may also bring negligence claims against vessel owners when unsafe ship conditions contribute to an accident.
At Gilman & Allison LLP, we investigate port accidents by reviewing:
Terminal safety reports
Vessel maintenance records
Witness statements
Cargo operation procedures
Serious dockworker injuries often include brain injuries, spinal damage, crush injuries, and broken bones.
If you were injured at a Houston Ship Channel terminal or the Port of Galveston, our longshore injury lawyers can help you understand your legal options.
Work With An Experienced Attorney. Work With Gilman & Allison.
Injured longshoreman or dock worker? Get the legal help you need. Call toll-free at 888-225-5767 or contact us online to set up your initial consultation.
Spanish-speaking services are available.