Lapeze & Johns, PLLC has a stellar reputation for providing personalized care and successful results. Our nationwide maritime lawyers go the extra mile for our clients. We take on less clients overall to enable us to spend the necessary time to get our clients the compensation they deserve. Our first priority when we take on a case is to put your mind at rest. Medical care should be your number one priority, instead of worrying about how an injury may affect your career. Job security and claims against your employer are stressful considerations. When you contact our office, we talk through all your concerns and find the solutions you and your family need. Why You Need Maritime Representation Maritime injury laws are different for seamen, who work as part of crew or are captain of a vessel, as well as anyone else who works on/near the water. There is no administrative body to handle your maritime injury claim if you are a seaman. All claims under maritime law must be filed in state or federal court. A lawsuit is the only way to reserve your right for injury compensation. In many ways, maritime injury claims can provide more compensation than traditional workers’ compensation claims. Seamen are entitled to sue employers and owners of vessels for damages and receive “maintenance and cure” regardless of liability. Only a seasoned maritime lawyer can help you through the legal and procedural complexities you will face when seeking compensation.