Working aboard oil, chemical, and product tankers is some of the most dangerous work in maritime commerce. When tanker crewmembers suffer injuries due to unsafe conditions, improper transfer operations, or unseaworthy equipment, the consequences can be life-changing.
At Gilman & Allison, LLP, our attorneys have U.S. Coast Guard maritime backgrounds and decades of experience handling Jones Act & unseaworthiness claims for tanker workers across the Houston Ship Channel, Beaumont/Port Arthur, Corpus Christi, Galveston Bay, and Gulf of Mexico.
Who We Represent
We fight for injured:
Tankermen / Pumpmen
AB Seamen & Deckhands
Mates & Wheelhouse crew
Engineers & Oilers
Cargo inspectors & shore tankerman
Mooring crew & line handlers
Whether injured aboard a MR tanker, VLCC/ULCC, chemical carrier, ATB, or bunkering vessel, you have rights under maritime law.
Common Tanker Accident Causes
Hose & manifold failures during cargo transfer
Valve explosions & pressure mishaps
Chemical exposure & toxic inhalation
Mooring line snaps & winch failures
Vapor ignition & tank explosions
Slip & falls due to oil or chemical residue
Inadequate PPE or gas detection equipment
Engine room fires & pump room casualties
Tankers involve high-pressure systems, flammable cargo, and strict safety rules. When companies cut corners, seamen pay the price.
Your Maritime Rights
Injured tanker workers may recover for:
Jones Act negligence
Unseaworthiness
Maintenance & Cure
Failure to treat
Third-party claims (terminals, inspectors, cargo ops)
Damages may include lost wages, medical bills, disability, and pain & suffering.
Free Consultation | No Fee Unless We Win
If you or a loved one has been injured while working aboard a tanker, call Gilman & Allison, LLP today:
📍 Houston: (713) 224-6622 | 📍 Corpus Christi: (361) 357-8365
Or visit www.gilmanallison.com for a free case review.
