Recently, a crewmember aboard the Western Edge was rescued after falling overboard off the coast of Truro, Massachusetts. Thanks to the quick actions of fellow fishermen and the U.S. Coast Guard, the crewmember was recovered from the water and transported to a local hospital for treatment.
For the fisherman involved and their family, the questions often begin after the rescue.
What Happens After a Maritime Injury?
Even when an accident does not end in tragedy, an injury at sea can have lasting effects. Medical treatment, time away from work, lost income, and uncertainty about returning to the job can create significant stress for injured maritime workers and their families.
If you were injured while working aboard a commercial fishing vessel, you may have rights under federal maritime law. Depending on the circumstances, you could be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, future medical care, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Was the Accident Preventable?
Every overboard incident deserves a closer look. Was the crew provided with the proper safety equipment? Were safe working procedures followed? Did equipment fail? Was the vessel operated safely?
These are important questions, and the answers can make a difference in whether an injured fisherman has a legal claim. An investigation can help determine whether negligence or unsafe working conditions contributed to the accident.
We Help Injured Maritime Workers Nationwide
At Latti Associates LLC, representing injured maritime workers is all we do.
For more than 60 years, our firm has helped commercial fishermen, merchant mariners, offshore workers, and their families navigate Jones Act and maritime injury claims. Led by attorney Carolyn Latti, who has more than 30 years of litigation experience, our Boston-based firm represents injured maritime workers across the country.
We know that after an accident, most people are not thinking about lawsuits. They’re thinking about paying their bills, getting medical care, and taking care of their families. We’re here to help you understand your options and protect your rights.
Talk to an Experienced Maritime Injury Attorney
If you or someone you love was injured aboard the Western Edge or another commercial fishing vessel, don’t assume you have to handle the aftermath alone.
Contact Latti Associates LLC for a free, confidential consultation. We’ll answer your questions, explain your rights, and help you determine whether you may be entitled to compensation under the Jones Act or other maritime laws.
