If you are a maritime worker who was injured in an accident, have sustained career-ending injuries in an offshore accident, or are dealing with any type of claim that falls under admiralty or maritime law, The Edwards Law Firm can offer the counsel you need. We have been representing injured offshore workers and seamen since 1962 and understand the intricacies of the Jones Act and all applicable U.S. maritime laws.
Committed to the honest, ethical advocacy of maritime workers and their families, The Edwards Law Firm is here for you in your time of need. Attorneys William R. Edwards and Billy Edwards are Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and Billy Edwards is also Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law. Award-winning and recognized by numerous respected institutions for their professionalism and results, our attorneys have the qualifications to help. Contact our Corpus Christi maritime injury attorneys today at 361-320-6752 for a free case review.
Maritime work is inherently dangerous, dealing with heavy machinery, unruly seas, harsh weather, and hazardous working conditions that can place even the most experienced or careful worker at risk of injury. When workers are injured, they need a firm to turn to for skilled legal representation, and that is what we provide at The Edwards Law Firm. Our attorneys can help you pursue compensation for medical care, lost wages, and other immediate and long-term losses after a serious accident or the loss of a loved one.
We take on maritime accident and injury cases involving:
Maritime work is common in Texas as well as a common source of work injuries and workers' compensation claims. Those in these fields face a variety of hazards on a daily basis. Below, we discuss some of the most common hazards that make maritime work especially risky.
As an injured maritime worker, you may have questions about how to pursue compensation or what benefits you may be entitled to receive. Our Corpus Christi maritime accident lawyers at The Edwards Law Firm can address this important subject for you. The Jones Act, Death on the High Seas Act, or other applicable state or federal maritime laws may apply. A product liability lawsuit may be relevant if a defective product was the cause of an injury. We consider every potential source of compensation to maximize your recovery.
For more information and guidance regarding your maritime accident case, contact our office by calling 361-320-6752. We represent injured workers in and around Corpus Christi, Rockport, Port Aransas, and Nueces County.