Corpus Christi has long been a hub for maritime commerce — from oil tankers and shipping vessels to offshore rigs and longshore operations. But with this activity comes risk. If you’re a seaman, longshoreman, or dockworker injured on the job, you need a law firm that understands both the maritime industry and the complex laws that protect injured maritime workers.
At Gilman & Allison, LLP, we represent injured maritime workers across the Texas Gulf Coast — with a local office right here in Corpus Christi.
📞 Call us today at (361) 357-8365 or (713) 224-6622 to speak with a maritime injury lawyer.
Understanding Maritime Injury Claims in Corpus Christi
Maritime law — also called admiralty law — gives special protections to workers injured in offshore and port-related jobs. Depending on your role, you may qualify under:
- The Jones Act – For seamen injured due to employer negligence or an unsafe vessel.
- The Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) – For longshoremen, crane operators, and dockworkers hurt while loading, unloading, or repairing vessels.
- General Maritime Law / Unseaworthiness Claims – Holding vessel owners responsible for unsafe conditions.
- Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA) – For families seeking justice after a fatal offshore accident.
These laws are different from standard workers’ compensation — and they require experienced maritime lawyers who know how to fight shipowners, insurance companies, and big employers.
Common Maritime Accidents in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi’s busy port and offshore operations make maritime workers vulnerable to serious injuries. Some of the most common include:
- Offshore drilling rig accidents
- Shipyard and dry dock injuries
- Longshore crane and cargo handling accidents
- Falls on slippery decks and gangways
- Barge and tugboat collisions
- Explosions, fires, and chemical exposure
- Injuries from heavy equipment and machinery
If you’ve suffered any of these, you may be entitled to maintenance and cure, lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering.
Why Choose Gilman & Allison, LLP
- 50+ years of combined experience in maritime and personal injury law
- Local presence in Corpus Christi with Gulf-wide reach
- Proven trial lawyers who have taken on major maritime companies and won
- Personalized attention — we treat every case like it’s our only case
Serving Corpus Christi and Surrounding Areas
Our Corpus Christi maritime injury attorneys don’t just serve the city — we represent injured maritime workers throughout the Texas Gulf Coast, including:
- Port Aransas
- Ingleside
- Rockport
- Aransas Pass
- Portland
- Kingsville
- And other Gulf Coast communities
Wherever your injury happened — offshore, in port, or in a shipyard — we are ready to fight for you.
Call Today for a Free Consultation
If you were injured at the Port of Corpus Christi, offshore, or anywhere along the Texas Gulf Coast, don’t wait. The sooner you act, the stronger your case.
📞 Call (361) 357-8365 (Corpus Christi office) or (713) 224-6622 (Houston office).
⚓ Protecting maritime workers is what we do ⚓
