Nationwide Maritime Lawyers Assisting Residents of Los Angeles, CA Injured Anywhere in the Country

There’s no doubt that offshore and maritime personnel frequently have to perform their duties under hazardous workplace conditions, largely due to harsh, unpredictable weather out at sea. Tragically, this means that they can, and occasionally do, become seriously injured while on the job—in the worst case scenario, these injuries are fatal or permanently crippling.

Offshore accidents are certainly not a trivial matter. That’s why the law provides compensation to injured seamen and/or their immediate family members. When you reach out to Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., you’re taking the vital first step in your journey toward justice.

Dangers Offshore

As we’ve said, maritime workers routinely cope with dangerous workplace environments. Workplace perils are many in number and, seemingly, come from every direction. Slip-and-fall accidents occur frequently on maritime vessels. Workers also sometimes come into contact with toxic or corrosive chemicals that harm the skin or lungs. Common maritime injuries include the following:

To get the maximum compensation to which you are entitled for your injuries, it’s best to hire a maritime accident lawyer who has specific experience with Jones Act claims and similar cases. Our nationwide maritime lawyers represent workers injured in California —we’ve helped a number of seamen in and around the City of Angels with their personal injury issues.

The Role of Maintenance and Cure

The primary form of compensation for ailing seamen is known as maintenance and cure. This consists of two distinct elements:

• Maintenance – This refers to modest payments made during the seaman’s recuperation period. Intended to provide the individual with day-to-day living expenses, maintenance is given out regardless of their degree of responsibility for the accident.

• Cure – This is compensation for medical-related expenses.

As one of the leading maritime law firms in the nation, we can help you navigate your way through the claims process.

Give Our Maritime Legal Team A Call

If you need a maritime personal injury and Jones Act lawyer, we represent workers injured in Los Angeles who can supply legal guidance at every stage, consider the firm of Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. We’re available 24/7 at 1-800-836-5830.

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Case Results

$17,500,000

in Jones Act Deckhand Case

$2,500,000

Recovered in Jones Act Case

$1,600,000

Recovered for Offshore Workers

$1,100,000

Recovered for Worker Injured on Dock

Testimonials

Nadia Amaraz:

“She is such a wonderful caring person and attorney. I had the privilege of having Cynthia Huerta as an attorney and Katie Granger as her assistant in my automobile case. I am very pleased with the services they provided and admire their professional excellence. Cynthia and Katie I want to extend a heart-felt thank you for you commitment for making my case successful.”

John Rodriguez:

“Mr. Shaffer was great, he handled my maritime case fast and effectively. They ensured I received the medical treatment and care that I needed and his team always made me feel at ease. I would hands down recomend Mr. Shaffer and his team to anyone looking for a trustworthy lawyer, this is a man to trust to get the job done.”

J.A. Flores:

“Mr. Harris and his staff did an amazing job! They worked tirelessly to help us get the fairest settlement possible. We are so grateful and appreciative for all they did for us. I cannot recommend them highly enough! They are great!”

Alicia Tate:

“Mr. Harris did a phenomenal job handling my car accident case. He went above & beyond for me. Mr. Harris dealt with my case swiftly. He was always available to take my calls or he returned them promptly. His staff was friendly and always very helpful. Mr. Harris put my mind at ease many times. He kept me in the loop and up to date on what was happening with my case.I reccomemd this law firm to anyone involved in any type of accident.”