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Maritime Injury Lawyer in Orange Beach, AL

Working along the Gulf Coast often means facing dangerous conditions for those in the maritime industry. Whether you were hurt while working on a vessel, oil rig, fishing boat, or at a harbor or dock in Orange Beach, you may be entitled to significant compensation under federal maritime laws. Unfortunately, employers and their insurance companies don’t always make it easy to get the benefits you deserve.

That’s why you need a skilled Orange Beach maritime injury lawyer on your side. At Long & Long, we have over 200 years of combined experience representing injured seamen, offshore workers, and harbor employees across Alabama’s coast. We understand the complexities of The Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), and other maritime laws, and we use that knowledge to build strong cases for our clients.

Our goal is to help you recover maximum compensation for medical care, lost wages, and any long-term needs so you can focus on healing. We never charge upfront fees, and we only get paid if we win your case. Contact us today for a FREE case review and let us start fighting for you.

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Our Maritime Injury Settlements

$5,750,000

Maritime/Admiralty -Wrongful Death Case – Mobile County, Alabama

$625,000

Offshore Maritime Injury Case – New Orleans, Louisiana

$150,000

Offshore Maritime Injury Case – Mobile County, Alabama

$135,000

Maritime Injury Case – Mobile County, Alabama

Why Get a Lawyer After a Maritime Accident?

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Getting injured or becoming ill while working on a boat can be an isolating feeling. If your illness or injury was caused by the negligence of another person, you might be entitled to compensation. The team at Long & Long Injury Attorneys is here to help you get a fair settlement. We'll stand up to the insurance company and hold the responsible parties accountable. Contact us for a free case review.

Why Choose Long & Long as Your Maritime Injury Lawyer in orange Beach?

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What You’ll Get When You Work With Us

  • Free consultations
  • No out of pocket cost to you
  • Stress-free experience
  • 24/7 access and support
  • Proven track record of great results

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We take it from here — building your case and fighting for maximum compensation.

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Your only job now is to rest, recover, and let us handle your case.

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We fight hard to maximize your claim.

“Most people come to us on one of the worst days of their lives and they don’t know what to do. We work injury cases every single day, and we know how to make the legal process as easy as possible for our clients and maximize results.”

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What Is a Maritime Injury?

A maritime injury is any personal injury to a maritime worker that occurs on a vessel. Typically, the injury results from negligence on the part of the boat owner, operator, manufacturer, mechanic, or staff. Illnesses that occur on a vessel could also qualify as maritime injuries. 

Compensation for Maritime Accidents

Depending on how your injury or illness occurred, what caused it, and how severe it is, you could be awarded damages for the following:

There is no way to calculate the settlement amount you can expect to receive, but a seasoned maritime accident attorney in Orange Beach can tell you the settlement amounts they’ve won for their clients in past cases, and the variables that impact how a settlement is determined.

A Maritime Injury Attorney Can Fight for Your Rights

If you’ve sustained a maritime injury, you have legal options. At Long & Long Injury Attorneys, we put your rights and recovery first. We’ve spent years helping our injured neighbors get the compensation they deserve, and we want to do the same for you. You need a maritime injury lawyer in Orange Beach that you can trust. Contact Long & Long to discuss your case for free.

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Maritime Laws in Orange Beach

Typical workers’ compensation insurance does not apply to maritime workers or workers in other specific industries. Because of this, certain laws have been enacted to ensure that those working on and for marine vessels are protected in the event of a work-related injury or illness.

The Jones Act

The Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, protects the rights of any seaman who gets injured while working on a boat. This act details the requirements of cargo shipping and standards that must be adhered to by anyone working on a vessel. Under the Jones Act, those injured on a vessel as a result of another party’s negligence have the right to file an injury claim.

The Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act

Related to the Jones Act, the Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) protects maritime workers who are land-based. This act applies to those who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses.

If you were injured on a boat in Orange Beach and are wondering if you can file a claim, contact a maritime injury lawyer today for a free case review.

Our Maritime Injury Lawyers in Orange Beach

Earle W. Long, IV

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Attorney N. Staples Wood of Long & Long Injury Attorneys

N. Staples Wood

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Attorney Walton Hickman of Long & Long Injury Attorneys

Walton Hickman

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Attorney Mac McClurkin of Long & Long Injury Attorneys

Mac McClurkin

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Attorney Cate E. Biggs of Long & Long Injury Attorneys

Cate E. Biggs

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Attorney Jack "Trip" Smalley III of Long & Long Injury Attorneys

Jack “Trip” Smalley III

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Andrea F. Butler

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Attorney Alan Colvin of Long & Long Injury Attorneys

Alan Colvin

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Attorney John H. Leech, Jr. of Long & Long Injury Attoneys

John H. Leech, Jr.

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Attorney Erick Bussey of Long & Long Injury Attorneys

Erick Bussey

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Attorney Jennifer Perez of Long & Long

Jennifer Perez

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Attorney Russell Johnson of Long & Long Injury Attorneys

Russell Johnson

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