Have you been involved in a maritime accident in Louisiana? If you’ve been left with life-changing injuries and now you’re overwhelmed by unpaid medical bills, it may be time to seek legal representation on your behalf. As you cope with both your physical and mental injuries, you owe it to yourself and your family to pursue compensation.
If you were injured in a vessel accident, you may be eligible to file a claim under federal laws that help protect the rights of maritime workers. Claims can be filed against vessel owners, cargo employers, and other parties involved in your injury.
John G. Munoz, Attorney at Law, prides himself in helping victims and their loved ones recover from the devastating effects of commercial ship or boat accidents. John Munoz has your back and will do everything in his power to help you start the healing process and get your life back on track.
Call John Munoz at (504) 581-7070 or send a message to schedule a free case evaluation.
Jones Act & Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) and Maritime Injuries
Several sets of laws protect maritime workers who have been injured in ship-related accidents including the general maritime law, the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act and in some special cases, the Jones Act. Navigating these laws and determining the proper course of action takes an experienced maritime lawyer like John Munoz. He has over 30 years experience in handling complex cases in the field of Admiralty and Maritime Law and has attained the highest legal rating of ‘AV’, awarded by Martindale Hubble.
These injuries have lasting implications for those who sustain them. Thanks to the Jones Act, injured maritime workers can recover medical care, lost salary, and other injury-related expenses. Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act,
John Munoz offers representation for:
- Tugboat accidents
- Cruise ship accidents
- Fishing vessel accidents
- Cargo & tanker accidents
- Workboat accidents
John Munoz will work diligently to make sure your legal claim is handled as effectively as possible. While no settlement can erase the memory of what happened, being taken seriously can go a long way in aiding the healing process. John Munoz is an experienced Jones Act, Death on the High Seas Act, and Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation (LHWC) Act lawyer.
If you’ve been hurt in a maritime accident, contact John Munoz today to schedule a free consultation.
Why Hire Maritime Accident John Munoz?
John Munoz has long championed the rights of maritime accident victims and makes it a point to treat every case with the utmost level of care and attention to detail. He has successfully represented hundreds of maritime and admiralty accident cases, and he has the experience and know-how to help you get compensated.
Contact the office of John G. Munoz, Attorney at Law, to get proven maritime accident legal representation with a track record of success.
