Barge Injury & Accident Attorney/Lawyer
Texas Maritime Lawyer
Simmons and Fletcher have Jones Act lawyers to assist you or a loved one who has been injured on a barge or at sea. Serious injuries can be incurred working aboard a barge or
tug boat. Dangerous and harmful vapors and gasses can build up in the headspace; they may become combustible and cause serious burns. Sometimes when docking with a tugboat, crushing injuries can occur. Tow lines can part, tow winches can fail. Any number of hazards can imperil you or a loved one, and we are here to help you.
Barge work is honest, hard work and you deserve an honest, hard-working and experienced Texas maritime lawyer to ensure that you and your family are treated fairly. Maritime injury cases require special attention and understanding of the law. Simmons and Fletcher is dedicated to your cause, and we are committed to providing sound legal advice and vigorous representation rooted in Christian values. Our experienced Texas maritime lawyers can help you with Jones Act cases related to the following:
- Drilling or jack up rigs
- Tug boats
- Cruise ships
- River boats
- Tankers and lightering vessels
- Shrimp boats
- Drill ships
