Maritime workers face some of the most dangerous working conditions in the world. Whether assigned to offshore platforms, tugboats, cargo vessels, dredges, barges, or port terminals, injuries can occur suddenly — often in environments where safety lapses, equipment failures, and operational shortcuts lead to serious, life-changing harm.
At Gilman & Allison, LLP, our law practice is focused on helping injured maritime workers understand and enforce their rights under highly specialized federal laws such as the Jones Act, General Maritime Law, Unseaworthiness Doctrine, and the Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). These cases require maritime-specific legal experience, not a general injury approach.
⚓ Who We Represent
We fight for injured:
- Seamen & vessel crewmembers
- Longshore & harbor workers
- Tug, towboat & barge crew
- Tanker, cargo & container-ship workers
- Offshore rig & platform personnel
- Shipyard, terminal, & port employees
- Commercial divers & deckhands
- Fishing & shrimping crew
- Dredge & marine construction workers
If your job places you on, near, or in service to navigable waters, you may have legal rights far exceeding standard workers’ compensation.
⚠ Common Maritime Injury Causes
Maritime injuries frequently result from:
- Hazardous or unsafe work environments
- Broken, rusted, or poorly maintained equipment
- Slippery, wet, or obstructed decks
- Heavy machinery incidents (cranes, winches, forklifts)
- Overexertion, fatigue & improper staffing
- Fires, explosions, chemical exposure
- Falls, crush injuries, or man-overboard events
Negligence and unseaworthy conditions are not “just part of the job.”
⚖ Understanding Your Maritime Legal Options
If you are a Seaman
You may file a Jones Act negligence and unseaworthiness claim and recover damages for lost wages, medical treatment, disability, pain & suffering, and financial loss. You are also entitled to maintenance & cure, regardless of fault.
If you are a Longshore or Harbor Worker
Your benefits likely fall under the LHWCA, with potential additional compensation through a Section 905(b) vessel negligence claim.
If you are an Offshore Contract Worker
Depending on the structure of your employment and location, Jones Act, General Maritime Law, or OCSLA may apply.
💼 Why Choose Gilman & Allison, LLP?
Maritime law demands attorneys who understand the industry, regulations, and legal standards that govern offshore and vessel-based work. Our firm offers:
✔ Focused maritime injury litigation experience
✔ Industry-specific case investigation
✔ Access to top medical & vocational experts
✔ Proven strategies for Jones Act, LHWCA & 905(b) claims
✔ Contingency-fee representation — no recovery, no fee
📞 Contact Our Maritime Injury Attorneys
If you were injured offshore or while working on or around a vessel, act quickly — maritime claims have unique deadlines and evidence time-sensitivity.
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