Life and Work on the Channel and in Galveston Bay
The Houston Ship Channel and Port of Galveston are vital to the Texas economy—but they’re also among the most hazardous maritime workplaces in the Gulf. Every day, seamen, deckhands, engineers, and tankermen face slippery decks, moving equipment, and long hours under pressure. When accidents happen, you have strong rights under federal maritime law—and Gilman & Allison, LLP is here to protect them.
The Jones Act: Protecting Injured Seamen
If you’re a seaman injured in service of a vessel, the Jones Act (46 U.S.C. § 30104) allows you to recover damages when negligence or unsafe working conditions cause harm.
Our firm helps injured maritime workers recover compensation for:
- Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
- Past and future medical expenses
- Pain, suffering, and mental anguish
- Disfigurement or disability
- Maintenance and cure benefits until you’re fit for duty
Our attorneys know how to prove unseaworthiness, unsafe equipment, or negligent supervision in both state and federal courts throughout the Gulf Coast.
Common Maritime Injuries in Houston & Galveston
- Tugboat, barge, and crew-boat accidents
- Slips, trips, and falls on deck or gangways
- Winch, crane, and line-handling injuries
- Explosions and chemical exposures
- Unseaworthy vessel conditions
- Improper training or short-staffing
Whether your injury occurred near Barbours Cut, Bayport, City Docks, Texas City, Bolivar Roads Anchorage, or Pelican Island, we understand the unique hazards of life on the water.
Why Injured Seamen Choose Gilman & Allison
⚓ Maritime Experience: All our attorneys hold U.S. Merchant Marine Officer’s Licenses. We’ve stood watch, handled lines, and worked the same decks as the clients we represent — giving us a real-world understanding of vessel operations and maritime hazards.
⚖️ Proven Results: Decades of courtroom success under the Jones Act and General Maritime Law.
📍 Local Advantage: Offices strategically located near the Houston Ship Channel and Corpus Christi Bay.
💼 No Recovery, No Fee: You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Contact Our Texas Maritime Attorneys Today
If you were injured working offshore or along the Houston Ship Channel or Galveston Bay, don’t let the company’s insurance team decide your future. Let Gilman & Allison, LLP fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
📞 Houston: (713) 224-6622 | Corpus Christi: (361) 357-8365
