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Things to be Aware of After and Injury

Suffering an injury while working at sea may be painful; however, dealing with your employer after the injury can be even more frustrating and stressful. You would like to think that your employer, who you have been dedicated to, would treat you right following an injury. This is not usually the case.

Unfortunately, you are simply a dollar amount to many companies. Once you are injured, your employer may only be concerned with how to pay as little as possible for the injuries that you have sustained. Often times, employers will try a few different tactics to escape paying much for your injury. These tactics may include:

• Telling you that you must submit a recorded statement to receive any benefits/payment for medical treatment.
• Telling you that you must be treated by a doctor within their list of approved company doctors.
• Attempting to settle with you by discouraging you from finding a lawyer and offering a low amount.
• Claiming that they will fire or even sue you if you do not return to work when they say so.
• Claiming that they will prevent you from being hired with any other company if you refuse their demands.

According to the Jones Act, none of these claims or demands are valid under the law. Do not hesitate to seek out legal assistance immediately after you are injured. Your employer will most likely attempt to discourage this action; however, your future depends on it. While you need to report your injury right away, do not sign or agree to anything until you have consulted a lawyer.

Speaking with a Jones Act lawyer will help to ensure that you are given the medical attention that you require for your injuries. It also helps to keep your employer from bullying you into an agreement that you will later regret.

Contact a Jones Act Lawyer Today

To schedule your initial consultation with an experienced Jones Act lawyer, contact the Jones Act lawyers of Williams Kherkher today by calling 800-220-9341.