Common River Injuries in Louisiana
Over $1 Billion Recovered for Maritime Accident Victims. We are proud to have a reputation for aggressively fighting for the rights of injured workers.
Protect The Rights of Louisiana’s River Workers
Workers injured on Louisiana’s rivers, lakes and inland waterways may qualify to collect federal benefits under the Jones Act and other maritime laws. These laws can be very complex; to fully understand your legal rights you will want to speak with a lawyer with extensive experience in maritime law.
The New Orleans maritime attorneys at the Lambert Firm have been protecting the rights of injured workers in Louisiana for more than 35 years. Let us put our extensive knowledge of US and International maritime law to work on your behalf. We want to help you secure a fair and just settlement for any injuries you suffered while working on a river or inland river port.
Lambert Zainey has obtained recoveries from a long list of maritime companies, including some of the biggest names in the industry.
Causes of River Injuries In Louisiana
At Lambert Zainey, we’ve represented clients injured due to:
All of these accidents are capable of causing serious river injuries and even death. Some of the injuries Louisiana river workers commonly experience include:
Over $1 Billion Recovered for Maritime Accident Victims
Oil storage tank rupture at the Murphy Oil USA refinery in Chalmette, LA. The fastest class certification and resolution of a case of its type and magnitude to date.
Arco cryogenic platform explosion caused by improper cold cut of Southern Natural Gas pipeline. Settlement for the injured and deceased in approximately twelve months.
Get Compensation For Your Injuries
Depending on the severity of your injuries and the circumstances that caused to them, you may be able to collect compensation for:
If the injuries are severe enough to result in the worker’s death, then their families may be entitled to compensation through a wrongful death claim against the responsible party.
Speak With An Experienced Louisiana River Accident Lawyer Today
If you have been injured while working on one of Louisiana’s rivers you have a right to seek full compensation for all your pain, suffering and financial losses. Getting this compensation may be a challenge without an experienced Louisiana river injuries attorney on your side.
At the Lambert Firm we are dedicated to getting you the best settlement possible for your injuries. Let us put our knowledge and expertise to work for you. Call us today at 800-521-1750 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation. Our Louisiana river injuries attorneys are available to review the facts of your case, answer any questions you might have and offer advice on how to move forward with your claim.
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