Louisiana Offshore Injury Attorney

Experienced Maritime Injury Help in Louisiana

If you are dealing with a Jones Act claim or any type of case related to a maritime injury that you or a loved one has experienced, it is important to consult a Louisiana offshore injury attorney who can protect your interests and legal rights. As a maritime worker, you may be entitled to financial compensation that will cover medical expenses, lost wages and other expenses or losses that you and your family have experienced or may experience in the future as a result of your injuries. Working in the maritime industry can be dangerous, and these dangers are only increased by the negligence or carelessness of a vessel owner or by other maritime workers. Involve a lawyer and experience the difference of having a knowledgeable professional on your side during the often complex claims process that may unfold.

As experienced maritime lawyers, our team at Arnold & Itkin LLP is committed to representing the rights of injured seamen, harbor workers and longshoremen throughout Louisiana, the Gulf Coast and all of the United States. We have included helpful information regarding a few of the main port cities in Louisiana:

Port of New Orleans, Louisiana is a river port located between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain and is the center of the lower Mississippi River port complex in Louisiana. It is the second largest port in the United States based upon the volume of cargo it handles. It also boasts the longest wharf in the world, which is just over 2 miles long. The Port of New Orleans handles approximately 62 million short tons of cargo each year as well as 50,000 barges and 700,000 cruise passengers. The Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans is the port authority, responsible for controlling traffic and commerce and setting policy for the port.
Plaquemines Parish Port, Harbor and Terminal District, Louisiana is located on the last leg of the Mississippi River as it enters the Gulf of Mexico. This port was severely damaged by Hurricane Rita and Hurricane Katrina in 2005 but still handled nearly 62 million tons of cargo in 2006. Cobalt, natural gas, nickel, crude oil, phosphate and sulfur are several of the main cargoes handled by the Plaquemines Parish Port. The terminals and facilities at this port are privately owned and operated, and the port authority is the Plaquemines Port, Harbor and Terminal District.
Port of Avondale, Louisiana is an inland river port located in Avondale, Louisiana approximately 15 miles outside of New Orleans.
Port Fourchon, Louisiana is located on the Gulf of Mexico approximately 58 miles southeast of New Orleans. This seaport is primarily utilized for traffic of the petroleum industry, with more than 600 oil platforms located within a 40-mile radius. These platforms supply almost a fifth of the nation's oil supply. Port Fourchon spans approximately 600 acres and more than 250 companies use the port as a base of operations. The port authority is the Greater Lafourche Port Commission.

In addition to representing clients in these areas, we also handle cases related to all ports in Louisiana, including the Port of Alliance, Port of south Louisiana, Port of Greater Baton Rouge, Port of Gramercy, Port of Lake Charles, Port of Morgan City, LOOP Terminal and Port of Shreveport-Bossier.

A Louisiana Jones Act Lawyer Can Help

You may be entitled to financial compensation for injuries that you have sustained as a maritime worker in virtually any capacity. The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Jones Act, Death on the High Seas Act or other maritime laws may provide you with the right to seek maintenance and cure benefits. They may enable the family of a maritime worker who has lost his life with the opportunity to recover financial compensation that may greatly impact their ability to face a more stable financial future. Because these laws are complex and will vary depending on the type of work you perform, the location of the incident and various other matters, it is crucial to involve a Louisiana Jones Act lawyer who can properly handle your claim.

Contact a Louisiana offshore injury lawyer at our firm today for a free and confidential review of your case.