Maritime injury lawyer Texas crews can rely on
Maritime work on the Third Coast
Jones Act knowledge with Coastal Bend roots
From the Corpus Christi Ship Channel to Gulf supply routes, maritime work carries unique risks. Seamen, tug and OSV crews, longshore workers, and harbor staff face hazards that require specialized laws and forums. Island Injury Attorneys understands how maintenance and cure, unseaworthiness, and negligence standards apply so injured workers can access the benefits and compensation they deserve.
Types of maritime injury cases
Seamen, longshore, and offshore operations
We represent crews hurt by line handling incidents, winch or crane failures, slips on unseaworthy decks, falls between vessels, and equipment defects. Longshore and harbor workers have separate federal remedies. If your case overlaps with port or refinery logistics, we coordinate with oilfield injury cases and related contractors to pursue every liable party.
Jones Act & related laws
Maintenance and cure, negligence, and unseaworthiness
Seamen can bring negligence claims against employers and unseaworthiness claims against vessel owners. Maintenance and cure provides basic living and medical support while recovering. These rights differ from land-based workers, so choosing counsel who handles personal injury services in both state and federal court helps align your claim with the correct procedures and deadlines.
Building a strong maritime claim
Evidence from ship logs to safety drills
We gather logs, safety meeting notes, incident reports, maintenance records, and witness statements, and we preserve defective components when needed. Island Injury Attorneys coordinates medical care documentation and vocational analysis to show how injuries affect sea duty and shoreside work. When ready to move forward, reach out for free consultation so we can map next steps.
Straight answers for offshore and port workers
Do I qualify as a seaman under the Jones Act?
If you spend a significant portion of your time as a crew member on a vessel in navigation, you likely qualify.
Can I sue after an offshore platform injury?
It depends on whether the structure is a vessel or fixed platform and which laws apply. We sort that out in your consult.
How long do I have to file?
Deadlines vary. Acting quickly preserves evidence and protects your rights.
We’re In Your Corner
Local roots, Gulf-wide reach
Whether you were hurt off North Padre, near Ingleside, or 80 miles out in the Gulf, Island Injury Attorneys will come to you, protect your rights, and drive your case forward.