Admiralty law, better known as maritime law, is the defining and procedural body of law that governs navigation and shipping. American admiralty (or maritime) law is specialized and applies to all navigable bodies of water either within or outside of the United States. This includes issues involving cruise ships, foreign and domestic commerce, or recreational boating.

If you were a passenger on a cruise ship and sustained an injury, or if one of your loved ones was the victim of wrongful death while aboard a cruise ship, you have the right to file a claim under general maritime regulations. In addition, you or your loved ones may be entitled to receive compensation for medical costs, loss of wages, and pain and suffering. Contact us NOW for a free consultation.

As a maritime professional, you also have rights under United States law. The Jones Act (also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920), was enacted by Congress to offer seaman, longshoreman, oil-rig workers, and a variety of other personnel employed in the maritime commerce industry protection against injury or wrongful death.

Under the Jones Act, individuals and crewmembers may be entitled to receive compensation, medical payments, and/or per diem wages for their injuries. However, the window of opportunity to file a claim against the party at fault is generally three years or less. Therefore, if you sustained injuries, or a loved one was killed as the result of an employer’s negligence, we urge you to contact an experienced maritime attorney immediately.

The LaBovick & LaBovick, P.A. maritime law team will help you navigate the often-confusing areas of admiralty law, and fight hard to help you receive the settlement you deserve.

The types of cases we handle include:

• Injuries Sustained on Cruise Ships
• Cruise Ship Claims
• Un-Seaworthiness, including Seaman’s Personal Injury or Death
• Cargo Claims and Subrogation
• Collisions at Sea
• Recreational Boating Accidents

Our team of admiralty and maritime law professionals has a wealth of experience and a proven record of successfully helping both passengers and maritime workers who have been injured at sea, whether in U.S. waters or abroad.

The LaBovick & LaBovick, P.A. Admiralty and Maritime Law Division has helped people throughout the State of Florida, including victims in the cities of Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, Stuart, Port St. Lucie, and Vero Beach among many others.

If you were injured aboard a vessel because of un-seaworthy conditions, or if someone you love was the victim of wrongful death in association with negligence, seek the immediate help of a lawyer. As a passenger or crewmember, you have rights under United States law. Contact us for a free consultation by calling toll free 1.888.777.3884 or by filling out the Contact Us form to the right.

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