The recent BP explosion in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010 has put the spotlight on the dangers that those working on offshore rigs face everyday.

For merchant mariners, freighter employees, dock workers, oil rig workers and others who work day to day on offshore boats and rigs, this danger isn’t new. It’s a daily concern for them and their families. Working offshore can be a rewarding career, but it is also a unique and sometimes dangerous one.

The laws governing these types of workplace accidents (The Jones Act and The Longshoreman’s Act) are as unique as the workplaces they regulate. Because of this, those seeking damages from such an accident should consult a personal injury attorney.

A personal injury attorney can help an individual who has been involved in an offshore accident, such as the BP explosion, as well as their families to receive just compensation for time off of work, pain and suffering, medical and rehabilitation bills and more.

There are a number of different types of offshore accidents that require the specific expertise of a personal injury attorney that specializes in offshore accidents. These include but are not limited to:

• Ship accidents (either in port or at sea)
• Boating accidents
• Oil rig accidents
  
• Offshore transport accidents

Individuals involved in an offshore accident shouldn’t hesitate to call an experienced personal injury attorney. Whether the accident seems minor or causes a major life disruption, a personal injury attorney can guide a worker toward the best course of action and ensure that they are given the monetary help they deserve to compensate for injuries and damages sustained while working.

For more information or for a free consultation call me in the office today at (713) 861–9966 or fill out the “Tell Me About Your Case” form to the right.