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The Longshore Harbor Workers' Compensation Act

As the Jones Act requires the injured party to be permanently posted aboard the vessel on which the injury occurred, it does not cover maritime workers not so connected to a vessel. For the latter group, the Longshore Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) exists to protect them should they suffer an injury in the course of their work. This includes individuals involved in longshore operations, stevedoring, harbor work, loading or offloading, ship repair and construction and general maritime construction. Even individuals providing limited contact services, for example, air conditioning repair, benefit from this Act. If you have been injured in such a circumstance, contact a Houston maritime law attorney for help ensuring your rights are protected as you pursue the compensation you deserve.

Claims may be made against a vessel following an injury caused by the negligence of a vessel owner, agent, operator, master or charter. Non-vessel third parties, such as a subcontractor on the vessel, may also have claims made against them if they were responsible for the injury. Potential benefits include weekly compensation, medical benefits, permanent total disability, temporary total disability, permanent partial disability and temporary partial disability. In the event that the incident tragically results in a death, the surviving spouse may make a claim for a percentage of the decedent's weekly wage for his expected lifetime.

Your Rights After a Longshore Accident

For representation by a skilled legal team with compassion for your situation and the professional skill to effectively assist you, contact Amaro Law Firm. We have successfully helped hundreds of clients maintain their rights and achieve a favorable outcome in the face of the large corporations involved. We offer a free case evaluation and consultation and can travel to you as needed.

Contact a Houston longshore accident attorney for help protecting your rights in the pursuit of the compensation you need.