Every day, thousands of longshoremen, truck drivers, and port contractors move cargo through Bayport and Barbours Cut Terminals — two of the busiest maritime gateways in the Gulf of Mexico. With container trucks, forklifts, straddle carriers, and yard hustlers moving constantly, even a moment’s inattention can lead to a devastating accident.
Port vehicle collisions are rarely “simple wrecks.” They often involve commercial vehicles operating on maritime property, overlapping federal and state jurisdictions, and multiple employers under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) or 905(b) vessel-owner claims.
At Gilman & Allison, LLP, we represent longshoremen, terminal workers, and truck operators injured in crashes and equipment accidents at Houston’s port facilities — including Bayport Container Terminal, Barbours Cut, and the Turning Basin.
Common Causes of Port Terminal Accidents
Accidents at marine terminals are different from highway collisions. They happen in crowded, highly industrialized zones where heavy machinery and trucks share limited space. Common causes include:
Forklift, reach stacker, or hustler collisions
Yard truck and container chassis accidents
Poor traffic flow and unmarked lanes within container yards
Inadequate lighting or signage near loading areas
Fatigued or improperly trained operators
Unsafe pedestrian zones for longshore workers
These incidents often involve third-party contractors, making liability complex. Our firm investigates every potential source of fault — including port authorities, stevedoring companies, trucking carriers, and equipment owners.
Your Rights After a Port-Related Vehicle Injury
If you were injured in a collision inside a terminal or near port property, you may have rights under multiple legal systems:
LHWCA claims for longshore or harbor workers
Jones Act or 905(b) vessel negligence claims for maritime crew members
Texas personal injury law for contractors, truckers, or visitors injured by port traffic
We work closely with industry experts, marine safety investigators, and OSHA consultants to prove when terminal operators failed to enforce safe traffic protocols or neglected maintenance of port equipment. Our attorneys understand both the federal maritime framework and Texas injury law, allowing us to pursue full compensation across jurisdictions.
You may be entitled to recover:
Medical bills and future treatment
Lost wages and earning capacity
Pain, suffering, and mental anguish
Death benefits and survivor compensation in fatal cases
Contact Gilman & Allison, LLP for a Free Consultation
If you or a loved one was injured in a vehicle accident at Bayport or Barbours Cut Terminal, don’t wait. Evidence inside port facilities can disappear quickly as operators clean up and resume cargo operations.
Call Gilman & Allison, LLP at (713) 224-6622 or contact us online for a free consultation. Our attorneys — many of whom are former mariners and port professionals — understand the laws, regulations, and day-to-day operations that govern Houston’s maritime industry.
We proudly serve injured workers, seamen, truckers, and contractors throughout Pasadena, La Porte, Houston, and the Gulf Coast.
