Located on the Central Gulf Coast of Louisiana is the Port of West St. Mary. It is located right off of U.S. Highway 83 in the city of Franklin, which is the parish seat of St. Mary's Parish. There is a channel at this port that connects it with the U.S. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and can accommodate all types of offshore shipping vessels. The Port of West St. Mary was established in 1974 by the Louisiana Legislature to promote commerce in the region.
The nine members of the board that governs the port also have authority over regulating traffic in this district however they deem fit for the benefit of the public. This port primarily serves oil and gas service companies and has many tenants in this industry. The facilities available to offshore companies and workers include docks, cranes, storage yards, and services that provide access to rail and truck transport. What is also unique about this particular port is that it owns and operates its own water system.
Arnold & Itkin serves clients who work and live in the city of Franklin in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. The greater parish area has a population of around 53,000 people. Franklin has a population of about 8,000 people and is noted for its historic sugar plantations, which were built in the 1800s. Many people who live in Franklin and surrounding areas of St. Mary Parish find their occupation in the maritime industry. These are hard-working people who deserve compensation in the event of an injury, especially because their field of work is so inherently dangerous.
If you work in the maritime industry, you understand what this means. Arnold & Itkin should be the firm that you call if you are injured at the Port of West St. Mary for a few reasons. For one, we are skilled in dealing with clients in the maritime industry. We have helped hundreds of workers just like you obtain compensation for their injuries. We also have a deep understanding of maritime law and a passion to defend the rights of those who are protected by it. If you are one of the many people who live in Franklin, Louisiana that work in the maritime industry, consider discussing your options with our firm.
If you were injured while performing your duties at the Port of West St. Mary, please do not hesitate another moment before you contact our firm. Our lawyers are passionate about the rights of those who were injured while working in the maritime industry, and we can help you recover the resources you need to move forward after an injury. Because we are passionate about protecting the rights of the injured, we have managed to secure billions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our clients.
Many workers are not fully aware of the full scope of their rights. The truth is, every maritime worker is entitled to protections under maritime law. Whether this be the Jones Act or some other related law, such as the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, we can help explain what your rights are and fight for you in the event that they were violated. Whatever the case may be, an experienced attorney at our firm can answer your questions. You don't have to worry about the cost—our firm will not charge you a penny until we make a recovery on your behalf.
For more information on how we can help, call Arnold & Itkin today at (888) 346-5024.
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