The Port of Houston is one of the busiest maritime hubs in the United States. Every day, thousands of longshoremen work tirelessly to load and unload cargo, operate heavy machinery, and keep the shipping industry moving. With terminals like Barbours Cut, Bayport, and the Turning Basin Terminal, these job sites are vital—but they’re also dangerous.
If you are a longshoreman injured while working at one of Houston’s port terminals, you have rights—and you may be entitled to compensation under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) or even broader maritime laws.
At Gilman & Allison, LLP, we represent injured longshoremen across Texas. Our maritime injury lawyers have handled claims from Barbours Cut, Bayport, and beyond. We know how to hold terminal operators and contractors accountable.
Call our Houston office at (713) 224-6622 or Corpus Christi at (361) 654-7245 to speak directly with a maritime injury attorney.
Key Terminals Where Longshoremen Work in Houston
Longshoremen affiliated with the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) regularly work at multiple terminals along the Houston Ship Channel, including:
Barbours Cut Terminal – La Porte, TX
Operated by Port Houston, this terminal handles large container ships and high-volume cargo. Work at Barbours Cut often involves container cranes, straddle carriers, and trucks—common sources of back injuries, crush accidents, and falls.
Bayport Container Terminal – Seabrook, TX
Bayport is one of the most advanced and high-traffic container terminals in Texas. With automated equipment and heavy machinery, longshoremen here face risks of equipment malfunction, slips, and falling containers.
Turning Basin Terminal – Houston, TX
The Turning Basin is home to breakbulk cargo, RO/RO operations, and warehouses. This environment exposes workers to forklift incidents, lifting injuries, and pier-related hazards.
Other terminals where longshoremen may work:
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- Jacintoport Terminal
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- Care Terminal
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- Greensport Terminal
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- Houston Cement Company Docks
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- Kinder Morgan Terminals
Common Injuries at Port Terminals
Longshoremen are exposed to a wide range of hazards at port terminals. Our firm has seen injuries from:
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- Crane accidents
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- Forklift collisions
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- Heavy lifting and repetitive strain
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- Cargo shifting or collapsing
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- Equipment malfunctions
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- Slips, trips, and falls on wet surfaces
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- Exposure to toxic substances
Even if you are partially blamed for the accident, you may still qualify for benefits or additional compensation depending on the circumstances.
Why Choose Gilman & Allison, LLP?
We’re not just personal injury lawyers—we’re maritime law specialists. With decades of experience handling port terminal injury claims, we understand the difference between LHWCA, the Jones Act, and general maritime law. We know how to:
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- Investigate terminal accidents
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- Work with maritime safety experts
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- File claims within legal deadlines
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- Fight lowball settlements from insurers or port authorities
Our Houston and Corpus Christi teams are ready to take your call and start your case today.
Houston: (713) 224-6622 Corpus Christi: (361) 654-7245
www.gilmanallison.com
Injured at a Port Terminal in Houston? Get Legal Help Now.
If you or a loved one was injured while working as a longshoreman at Barbours Cut, Bayport, or any other Houston-area terminal, don’t wait. There are strict deadlines under maritime law, and early legal intervention can make or break your claim.
Contact Gilman & Allison, LLP for a free consultation with a maritime injury lawyer who knows how to win.
