Helping Victims of Accidents on the Water
Florida has more than a thousand miles of coastline and is home to many industries that rely heavily on access to the water, from oil and gas to tourism. All of this maritime activity unfortunately gives rise to many boating and offshore accidents every year.
At the law firm of Gross & Schuster — with offices in Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach and Crestview — our experienced personal injury and wrongful death trial lawyers help the victims of boating and offshore accidents pursue fair compensation.
To set up a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable attorneys, contact us today. You will pay no attorneys' fees unless we help you recover money damages.
Pursuing Claims Under U.S. Maritime Law
In the United States, boating accidents on navigable waterways — as well as other offshore accidents — are governed by a special body of law known as maritime or admiralty law. Special legal standards apply in cases involving accidents such as:
- Commercial fishing accidents
- Cruise ship and other passenger boat accidents
- Recreational boating accidents
- Tug boat and crew boat accidents
- Oil rig accidents
A special statute called the Jones Act addresses the rights of workers injured in boating and offshore accidents. Other types of accidents are covered by negligence law, but cases are heard in federal court rather than state court, where most personal injury cases are heard.
Our firm has an of-counsel relationship with attorney Scott Silbert, who is recognized throughout the Gulf Coast for his work in maritime law cases.
Our attorneys work closely with Mr. Silbert in boating and offshore accident cases. If you've been injured on the Gulf of Mexico, the Intracoastal Waterway, Escambia Bay, Pensacola Pass, Perdido Pass, Destin Pass or any other navigable waterway from Florida to Texas, don't hesitate to contact us.
