Maritime Injury Litigation Lawyers in West Virginia, Ohio, & Pennsylvania
Injuries on navigable waters or marine worksites involve special laws. Polverini & Wiater, PLLC handles maritime claims with experience and care.
Understanding Maritime Injury Claims
Depending on status and location, claims may arise under the Jones Act, unseaworthiness, maintenance & cure, or the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). We help determine the right path.
Common Maritime/Waterway Injuries
- Deck slips/trips and falls
- Line handling and winch injuries
- Crane and cargo incidents
- Vessel collisions and groundings
- Unsafe equipment or unseaworthy conditions
What Compensation Can You Recover?
- Medical care and maintenance & cure (for seamen)
- Lost wages and future earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and disability
- Vocational retraining when appropriate
How We Handle Maritime Cases
- Status & Coverage – Determine seaman/longshore status and applicable law.
- Liability – Unseaworthiness, negligence, or OSHA/Coast Guard violations.
- Negotiation – Engage vessel owners, employers, and insurers.
- Trial Readiness – Maritime experts on safety and vessel operations.
Maritime Injury Litigation FAQs
These FAQs are provided for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, please contact our office directly.
What is “maintenance & cure”?
Daily support and medical care owed to injured seamen until maximum recovery.
Do I have to sue my employer?
It depends on your status and claim type; we’ll advise confidentially.
Are maritime deadlines different?
Yes—some are shorter; act quickly.
What if the vessel was unsafe?
Unseaworthiness can create strict liability against the vessel owner.
Can I choose my own doctor?
Often yes, but rules vary—ask us early.
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