Maritime Injuries: Loss of Limb

Accidental and surgical amputations are unfortunately an all too real consequences for offshore workers who are working on vessels in open waters. The conditions of working offshore with the tempestuous nature of the ocean paired with wet, slippery conditions and heavy machinery can leave a person extremely vulnerable to the loss of limb. No matter whether it was a crush injury from a forklift or hoist that led to the need for surgical amputation or whether it was an accident that occurred while dealing with a jammed wench or the moving parts of a flywheel, pulley, spindle and other mechanical equipment that led to the immediate loss of limb, the results can be catastrophic for the injured worker.

It is important that during this time that Jones Act seamen do not need to feel as if they are alone. By getting the involvement of an experienced offshore injury attorney, workers will be able to seek the compensation that they are deserved under admiralty and maritime law. At Arnold & Itkin, we know the ways in which the laws apply to cases involving amputations and we are prepared to take a comprehensive approach.

We recognize that amputation injuries often do not only result in the need for immediate medical attention but can also result in future treatment needs. You can trust that we will do everything that we can to provide for both current and future financial requirements. In many cases of a large amputation, it may be enough to keep you from ever returning to work which can result in the permanent loss of wages - something that will need to be taken into consideration during the claim process.

About Maritime Amputation Injuries

In some cases an amputation is caused immediately from the occurrence of the accident, however, this is not always the case. In fact, in some cases the result of the traumatic injuries results in such damage to the blood vessels and tissues that is it required for surgeon to perform an amputation to help save the life of the victim. This is especially true in cases where there is the risk of infection. Regardless, however, the loss of limb is a traumatic and devastating occurrence to befall any person.

While complications associated with amputations can include physical issues of bleeding and physical shock, it is also important to note the psychological effects that a person can experience. The loss of a limb can result in a severe emotional reaction and it may be difficult for the patient to adapt to the appearance of their body, as well as the physical demands of performing routine tasks with the impairment.

Talk to an offshore injury lawyer today!

If you have suffered from the loss of limb while working offshore, it is in your best interests to get the involvement of an experienced maritime attorney that you can trust to help you during this trying time. At Arnold & Itkin, LLP we are here to help you maximize your recovery and fight for the deserved compensation. We have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements and are prepared to put this level of experience to work for you. You can be confident knowing that should you choose to work with our firm that we will stop at nothing as we fight against liable companies to prove fault and to seek the maximum monetary compensation to help you put your life back on track. Give our firm a call as soon as possible.

Have you been victimized by an amputation? Contact a maritime injury lawyer from our firm today!