Maritime
Are You an Injured Maritime Worker? We’ll Fight for You
New Orleans Maritime Lawyers
The maritime attorneys at Mike Brandner Law have been working on behalf of those injured in maritime accidents for many years. Our in-depth knowledge and experience can work for you, protecting your rights and getting you the compensation that you deserve.
Maritime laws are complex and differ from the laws that apply to injuries that occur on land. Injured as a result of an accident that took place while working on a vessel of any kind? You need representation by a maritime lawyer who has special training in maritime law.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Louisiana Maritime Law Frequently Asked Questions
Maritime laws are also referred to as admiralty laws. They are the special rules and regulations written specifically to address activities that take place on American waterways, whether ocean, lake, or river. These complex laws were largely written for the protection of the people who work on ships and offshore vessels.
Maritime injury law is a type of law that deals with injuries sustained by workers in the maritime industry, such as sailors, fishermen, and merchant marines. Injuries that occur on navigable waters or in the course of maritime employment may be covered by the Jones Act.
The Jones Act is a federal law that provides for compensation for injured maritime workers. It covers a wide range of injuries, from physical injuries to mental injuries, and can also provide for death benefits for family members of those who have passed away as a result of their work.
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Maritime Lawyers Can Help You
Were you or a loved one injured in a maritime accident? Working with an offshore injury attorney with familiarity with this type of law may give you a leg up in the often difficult and contentious negotiations that occur between claim filers and insurers. Mike Brandner Law has the experience to effectively advocate on your behalf.
If you have suffered an injury in a maritime accident, do not assume that you have no options. If any person or party is even partially at fault for your injury, you may have legal grounds for a lawsuit. Let our New Orleans maritime lawyers analyze your case and craft the optimal legal strategy.