Claims By Fishermen

People that are employed on shrimp boats, crab boats, or any type of fishing boat, have unique maritime legal remedies if they are hurt while working. These types of workers are entitled to Jones Act remedies pursuant to the maritime law. Anyone working as a fisherman that is injured by the negligence of their employer, or a co-employee, or if the vessel is unseaworthy, can file a lawsuit against their employer to obtain damages for their injuries. These damages include past and future pain and suffering, past and future lost wages, and past and future medical bills. Typically, if you spend more than 30% of your time working on a boat, you are going to be a Jones Act seaman and do not have to settle for Florida Workers’ Compensation Benefits or Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Act Compensation Benefits. If you are unsure if you have a case or what type of case you have, call Boyd Law, PA and have your questions answered. You might be surprised at the amount of money you are entitled to.