By George Vourvoulias In Maritime Injuries

Can I Choose My Own Doctor After a Maritime Injury?

The short answer: Yes. Jones Act seamen have an unconditional legal right to choose their own treating physician. Your employer…

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Common Injury Risks During Lifeboat Drills

Maritime Injuries

Common Injury Risks During Lifeboat Drills

It is a well-known fact that maritime workers face great risks, even with extensive regulations…

George VourvouliasMarch 27, 2023

Lost Limbs and Amputation in Maritime Accidents

Maritime Injuries

Lost Limbs and Amputation in Maritime Accidents

Maritime work can be dangerous, and you could be at risk for some of the…

George VourvouliasMarch 21, 2023

Can You Be Blacklisted for Filing an Offshore Injury Claim

Offshore Accident Jones Act

Can You Be Blacklisted for Filing an Offshore Injury Claim

Too many maritime workers lose out on fair compensation because of fear of the blacklist. …

George VourvouliasFebruary 27, 2023

Are seamen entitled to maintenance while in jail?

Jones Act Maritime Law

Are seamen entitled to maintenance while in jail?

If you’re a maritime or offshore worker, then chances are you’re familiar with maintenance and…

George VourvouliasOctober 24, 2022

Are overworked seamen covered under the Jones Act?

Jones Act

Are overworked seamen covered under the Jones Act?

Seamen in the maritime industry work hard for a living. Our team at the Maritime…

George VourvouliasOctober 10, 2022

I was injured because of a winch failure working offshore… Can I sue?

Maritime Injuries

I was injured because of a winch failure working offshore… Can I sue?

Too often offshore workers are injured on the job. Not only do they have to…

George VourvouliasSeptember 19, 2022

Mississippi River Deckhand Obtains Lifetime Settlement after Barge Collision

Maritime Law

Mississippi River Deckhand Obtains Lifetime Settlement after Barge Collision

Nate Dugan was off-duty and in the galley of his Mississippi River vessel when it…

George VourvouliasJanuary 31, 2022