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Texas Maritime and Jones Act Lawyer serving Seamen and Maritime Workers

Have you been injured while working on a tanker, offshore rig, drill barge or other such vessel? Did your employer delay your medical treatment or refuse to compensate you for injury related expenses? Was the accident caused by a third party? Since the other side already has an attorney, shouldn’t you have someone representing you? It’s time to level the playing field.

Accidents on ships and vessels happen almost everyday. Hazards arise when machinery malfunctions, defective equipment is used, and vessels are not properly maintained. As a seaman, each day on the job is a risk. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, fishermen and fish related workers are some of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. For this reason, certain laws were created to protect seamen and other maritime workers.

Whether you work on a freighter, ship or tugboat – there are maritime laws that protect you. If you have been injured on the job either due to dangerous conditions or employer negligence, you need to know your rights. There are deadlines to filing claims so it is imperative that you seek counsel immediately after an injury. Imagine discovering that you were entitled to thousands of dollars in damages, but you filed the claim too late. The success of your case depends on your swift action.

With the various types of admiralty law, it can be confusing trying to figure out which one applies to you. A maritime attorney can help. The Willis Law Firm, located in Houston, Texas, specializes in maritime injury cases and has helped countless individuals get the compensation they deserve. The consultation with the Willis Law Firm is free and strictly confidential. The maritime lawyers at the Willis Law Firm will give you an honest assessment of whether or not you have a valid case. They take calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Don’t hesitate to talk to an expert - call 1-800-MARITIME today!

The Willis Law Firm represents cases in the following locations:

Gulf Coast along the Gulf of Mexico
East Coast
West Coast
Inland Rivers – including Mississippi, Missouri, Kentucky and Ohio rivers
Great Lakes
Navigable Rivers and Canals
Fishing Waters of Alaska
Intracoastal Waterway

David Willis has over 25 years of experience and is committed to representing injured individuals and their families. Mr. Willis served as a Briefing Attorney on the Supreme Court of Texas before he began to practice plaintiff’s personal injury law in Houston, Texas. He is a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer through the Texas Board of Legal Specialization – an accomplishment that less than 2% of all Texas attorneys have been able to attain. In addition, Mr. Willis received the Steven J. Sharp Public Service Award in 2001 for his contribution in investigating and gathering evidence pertaining to tire belt separation and vehicle rollovers in the Firestone Tire and Ford Explorer cases. He is also a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America and the Texas Bar Foundation.

The Willis Law Firm focuses on the following areas of practice:

Jones Act

A seaman has legal rights under the Jones Act and should contact a maritime attorney immediately if injured. The Willis Law Firm is based in Houston, TX and works with seamen and maritime workers to help them get compensation for their injuries. The consultation with Willis Law Firm is free and confidential and they are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Offshore Rig and Platform Worker Injuries

As an offshore rig and platform worker, you are protected under the Jones Act and General Maritime Law. If you have been injured while working on an inland drilling barge, jack up rig or other drilling ship, you may be entitled to full compensation. The Willis Law Firm, located in Houston, TX, specializes in offshore rig injury cases and will help you with your case. The consultation is free and confidential. The Willis Law Firm is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Tugboat and Barge Workers’ Injuries

Towboat, tugboat and barge workers are generally protected by the Jones Act and General Maritime Law. Contact the Willis Law Firm, located in Houston, TX, immediately after an injury to learn your rights. The Willis Law Firm will review your case to determine if you have a claim and if you are entitled to monetary compensation. The consultation is free and confidential. Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Ship, Tanker & Freighter Crews Injuries

An injured crew member who works on a ship, tanker or freighter has legal rights under General Maritime Law. The Willis Law Firm, located in Houston, TX, has helped hundreds of maritime workers receive large monetary settlements for their injuries. The maritime attorneys at the Willis Law Firm will review your case for free and will keep the consultation confidential. Call 1-800-MARITIME 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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