Jones Act

San Antonio Maritime Accident and Jones Act Attorney

If you have suffered an injury in the navigable waters that border Texas, contact the law firm of MICHAEL R. DE LA PAZ, A Professional Corporation in San Antonio, Texas. Let my experience in personal injury law coupled with my growing knowledge of the Jones Act work for you.

Protection the Jones Act Provides

The Jones Act was established to protect those who are injured while working on shipping vessels. Simply put, their employer does not properly compensate them. The shipping industry is risky and dangerous, particularly for those who work on a drilling rig, pipelaying barge, dredge boat, or container ship. Even those who work on cruise ships or casino barges can suffer serious and deadly injuries.

Holding Shipping Companies Responsible

At MICHAEL R. DE LA PAZ, A Professional Corporation, I hold employers accountable if they fail in their obligation to ensure the safety of their workers. Onsite doctors can only do so much and may have a bias towards the person who signs their check. You need to even those odds. That is where I come in to aggressively represent you.

Investigating Your Jones Act Claim

I know which cases are better brought in the state or federal court system. I will investigate the onboard conditions, the events that led up to the accident, and how the injury is affecting your life and those of your family members. You could be entitled to compensation for physical damages, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Contact Attorney

For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced lawyer regarding a maritime accident or cruise ship accident, please contact attoorney, Michael De La Paz.