Unseaworthiness Claims – Owners of boats, ships, and other sea vessels are responsible for ensuring that the vessel is seaworthy and safe for crewmembers. If the owner fails to take the necessary steps to examine the vessel and prepare it for use, a serious maritime accident could occur. This endangers the crewmembers. It may lead to a personal injury or even a fatal accident. What is the route to recover any and all damages? Anyone injured on an unseaworthy vessel can file a personal injury claim, a Jones Act claim, or both.
The law generally defines “unseaworthy” as a vessel – or any part or equipment of a vessel – not fit for its intended purpose. This does not mean that the ship and its components must be the newest, safest on the market. It means the ship and its equipment must be fit for its intended purpose and the voyage ahead. When an accident occurs on a vessel directly related to unseaworthiness, injury victims are eligible to file for compensation. This is called an Unseaworthiness Claim.
Anyone injured on board an unseaworthy vessel can file a personal injury claim. Victims may also be eligible to file a claim under the Jones Act. However, if they are a crewmember who was injured on the job as a result of unseaworthiness. Some crewmembers may be able to file two Unseaworthiness Claims – a personal injury claim and a Jones Act claim. Speak with an Alaskan personal injury lawyer from Johnson Law, P.C. to learn more!
When you are injured, you want to do everything in your power to recover the compensation that you are owed. This means not settling for less than you should in an unseaworthiness claim. An attorney can review your case to gain a better idea of how much compensation you deserve. This helps to know what amount you should be seeking. They will work diligently so that your settlement or verdict provides you with full damages.
Compensation in Unseaworthiness Claims pays for the following and more:
Our firm has 25 years of combined legal experience and can skillfully handle your claim. We prepare each case thoroughly by taking the time to get to know our clients, their accident, and the laws surrounding their case. We also go out of our way to travel and meet with you, no matter where you are in Alaska, rural or otherwise. Contact our firm as soon as possible to set up your free consultation and speak with an attorney who can maximize your compensation.
