The Atchafalaya Basin is a large river basin and wetland that forms a major part of the Mississippi River's floodplain. Situated between the Mississippi and Atchafalaya Rivers, the Atchafalaya Basin spans over 1 million acres of swampy marshes. The system of bayous, canals, and rivers that runs through the basin allows barges and other vessels to move goods to and from various ports along the Gulf Coast. This waterway system supports the transport of materials such as petroleum, chemicals, agricultural products, and manufactured goods.
The busy marine transportation industry on the Atchafalaya River is crucial to the Louisiana economy. As such, the health and safety of those who work in the shipping sector is of utmost importance. Maritime laws exist to protect the brave men and women who contribute so meaningfully, even while putting themselves in harms way. Mariner Law has the skill and experience required to help deckhands, dock workers, commercial fishermen, ship officers,tankermen, ferry workers, and others who are injured (or killed) aboard vessels in Louisiana. Working with a seasoned admiralty lawyer on a maritime claim is crucial to maximize access to rightful compensation.
Unfortunate accidents on the Atchafalaya River can happen, and when they do, victims can suffer serious, life-altering injuries and illnesses. Some incidents even result in death. Crewmembers, shoreside workers, and vessel passengers may be eligible to receive compensation for these injures and illnesses if someone else is to blame, including:
Wrongful death
Head injuries
Amputations
Slip and fall injuries
Hypothermia
Drowning
Falling overboard
Enclosed spaces injury
Chemical burns
Docks and pier injuries
Broken bones
Toxic fume exposure
Maritime law is ancient and complicated. Like the age-old practice of sailing itself, the best maritime law practitioners rely on years experience. Mariner Law and its admiralty attorneys are pleased to offer extensive maritime expertise -- both on the water and in the courtroom -- to seek maximum compensation for firm clients.
For example, the Jones Act and the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) are two different statutes that cover seamen or shoreside workers injured on the job. Additionally, for seamen, Maintenance and Cure can supply payment for room and board and medical expenses while recovering from shipboard injuries and illnesses.
The maritime lawyers at Mariner Law take pride in the firm's extensive experience handling maritime cases. Maritime Attorney Josh Marino stands ready to pursue rightful compensation for victims of personal injury. To find out what Mariner Law can do to help, call (888) 572-1717 today and schedule a consultation at no cost.