Longshoreman are often exposed to dangerous conditions while performing their duties. Many times longshoreman are not adequately protected from the inherent dangers of their profession. In other situations, freak accidents are the cause of their injuries. Often times the injured parties or their families fail to pursue a claim. If you have been injured as a longshoreman or as a dock worker, you are entitled to compensation for your injuries. Unfortunately, many times the extent of your injuries can be serious and aggressive representation is needed. Our injury law firm is familiar with the various acts which will permit you to recover for your injuries. We believe we are the best the longshoreman injury attorneys in the State of California, call us today for a free consultation.
Under the following act you are permitted to receive compensation for any injury while performing your duties or during the course of your employment. However, injuries not related to the course of your employment, are not compensable or recoverable. Diseases or infections born out of injuries related to your employment are also considered compensable under §139 Longshore Harbor Compensation Act. However, not every injury or accident is related to your employment. In certain cases, there is a 3rd party who is responsible for your injuries. That third party can be the manufacturer of cranes, cables or other products which hoist or harness large containers. Forklift manufacturers and other heavy equipment manufacturers are also responsible if their product is the cause of the injury.
When a 3rd party is responsible for the accident or injury i.e., pulley manufacturer you are permitted to pursue an independent or separate claim for damages. In such cases you are allowed to file a lawsuit against the negligent 3rd party for your injuries. This third-party claim is separate from any workers compensation claim. It is important to consider this option because workers compensation claims alone do not account for pain and suffering. Pain and suffering damages allow for recovery for the emotional and psychological pain suffered after an accident. In order to determine whether a third party is actually liable we need to investigate all facts related to your claim. Many times, there are facts which are critical to your case and our team of investigators will be able to identify the cause of injury. If it is determined that a 3rd party was responsible for the injuries, then we can pursue a claim against that party for your injuries. Often times it is not clear who was responsible for the injuries you have sustained. That is why a complete investigation must be conducted in order to identify the cause of injury.
What does it cost to get an attorney for my longshoreman injury? Our longshoreman injury attorneys at Downtown L.A. Law work on a contingency fee basis. This mean you pay us absolutely nothing unless we are able to successfully recover for your injuries. There is absolutely NO COST if we are not successful. The full terms of the agreement will be forwarded to you for review.
Being a longshoreman is a high-risk profession. Common accidents can include the following:
This is not a complete list of injuries. If you have been hurt, we urge you to seek medical attention. Many times, you may not understand the complexity of your injury until a full battery of test are conducted. This will allow your physician to properly identify the cause and severity of your injury.
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