Award Winning Maritime Lawyers for Injured Passengers in Houston
When you’ve been injured in or on navigable waters, you are entitled to total compensation for your suffering. Our experienced and aggressive Houston maritime lawyers at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. will work tirelessly to recover your damages in their entirety.
From our Houston office located in the Montrose area, we serve maritime injury victims throughout Texas and the greater Gulf Coast region. Our team can learn more about how your injuries occurred and work to determine who is responsible. Our team is the nation’s leading maritime injury firm. In 2020, two of our named partners were recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” in Admiralty and Maritime (Miami) by US News & World Report. We have been called to “Best Law Firms”® every year since 2016, and all four of our partners are named to “Best Lawyers in America”®. With over $500 million recovered for our clients and 19 full-time attorneys in 7 offices nationwide, it is hard work and dedication to our clients that have brought these numerous accolades to Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A., and they’re the reason why our maritime lawyers are the right ones to handle your case.
Meet Our Maritime Lawyers
Our team of 16 full-time maritime attorneys is ready to help you get the compensation you deserve. We have offices in 6 states strategically throughout the United States, including Houston.
Charles R. Lipcon
Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers ® Best Lawyers in America Best Law Firms (US News) SuperLawyers Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Club Million Dollar Advocates Club
Jason R. Margulies
Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers ® Best Lawyers in America Best Law Firms (US News) SuperLawyers
Michael A. Winkleman
Best Lawyers in America Best Law Firms (US News) SuperLawyers Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in Florida in 2017
Jacqueline Garcell Lewis
Best Lawyers in America Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in Florida in 2017 SuperLawyers
Carol L. Finklehoffe
L. Alex Perez
Daniel Grammes
Stefanie Black
Geoffrey Probst
Craig Liszt
Elizabeth Irazabal
Eliana Aklepi
Ashley E. Wentz
Jillian Blumenthal
Nicolas Lipcon
Kevin Niser
Common Types of Maritime Injury Claims We Handle in Houston
Whether maritime workers are dealing with harsh environmental conditions, dangerous conditions on the vessel, or are Injured due to defective or malfunctioning equipment or materials, they may be entitled to compensation through the Longshore Harbor Workers Compensation Act (LHWCA) or the Jones Act.
We are able to assist Houston residents in the following practice areas:
- Cruise Ship Accidents & Injuries
- Cruise Ship Rape
- Cruise Passenger Disappearances
- Cruise Ship Overboard Accidents
- Cruise Ship Drowning Accidents
- Cruise Ship Medical Malpractice
- FlowRider Accidents
- Seaman’s Claims
- Boating Accidents
- Yacht Accidents
- Jet Ski Accidents
- Parasailing Accidents
- Scuba Diving Accidents
- Barge, Cargo, and Tanker Accidents
- Commercial Fishing Accidents
- Shore Excursion Accidents
- Hotel, Resort, and Vacation Accidents
- Hotel Rape and Sexual Assault
Cruise Lines Operating out of Galveston, TX
According to the Port of Galveston, there were 100 sailings out of one of the largest ports in the United States, with more than 243,000 total passengers. Some of the most popular cruise lines operating out of Galveston, Texas include:
Shipping Companies Operating out of Houston
Houston is one of the nation’s busiest maritime hubs, with the Port of Houston ranking among the top ports in the United States by cargo tonnage. There are multiple shipping companies operating out of Houston and nearby Galveston, TX. These include:
- ProShip Logistics (Ship A Pallet, LLC)
- Texas international freight
- Texas Freight Services Inc.
- Pack n Send
- Hts Services
- Schumacher Cargo Logistics – Houston
- Adelove Shipping – Houston Tx
- COSCO
- Southeastern Freight Lines
- LTL Freight Center LLC
Offshore Drilling Companies Operating out of Houston
The Houston area is home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of offshore drilling operations, with thousands of maritime workers employed in Gulf of Mexico energy production. There are multiple offshore drilling companies operating out of Galveston, TX and Houston. The booming drilling industry in the area means thousands of workers could be at risk of debilitating maritime injuries. If you have suffered oilfield accident injuries at one of these local offshore drilling companies, you may be entitled to compensation for your suffering:
- Nicklos Drilling Co
- NorAm Drilling Company
- Northern Offshore Drilling Services
- Best Drilling Services
- Big 6 Drilling Co
- Parker Drilling
- Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc.
- Valaris
- Scandrill Inc
- Precision Directional Services
Our Firm Recovered Over $25 million for an Injured Seaman in Houston, Texas
Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. is responsible for one of the largest seaman verdicts in the history of maritime law in Houston, or for that matter the world.
What To Do After a Maritime Injury
After a maritime accident in Houston, Galveston, or anywhere on Texas waters, you may be unsure of what your next steps should be. Fortunately, when you take the following measures, you can maximize your chances of recovering the compensation and damages you deserve.
Statute of Limitations for Houston Maritime Injury Claims
Whether you are entitled to compensation and benefits through the LHWCA, the Jones Act, an insurance settlement, or a personal injury claim, you need to move forward with your case in a timely manner.
Each of these legal options for financial recovery has its own statute of limitations in place that could have a significant impact on your ability to pursue the compensation you deserve. These statutes of limitation generally are as follows:
- LHWCA – 1 year
- Jones Act – 3 years
- Insurance Claim – 2 years
- Personal Injury Lawsuit – 2 years
Failure to get your claim filed before this deadline expires will almost surely result in the dismissal of your case. Do not put your compensation at risk. Reach out to our dedicated maritime lawyers in Houston for help today.
Frequently Asked Questions About Houston Maritime Injury Claims
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Can Houston Maritime Lawyers Handle Offshore Drilling Accidents in the Gulf of Mexico?
What Makes Maritime Law Different in Houston and Texas?
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Contact Lipcon, Margulies and Winkleman, P.A., The Nationwide Leaders in Maritime Law
Whether you were injured on a ship as a passenger or as a crewmember, our experienced Houston maritime lawyers will get you the compensation and justice you deserve. Our maritime attorneys have won multiple landmark cases in state, federal, and international courts, have helped shape the case law that will govern your case, and have repeatedly been called upon to make television appearances on national news shows when there is a public interest in our area of practice — admiralty/maritime law.
Our Houston office is conveniently located in the Montrose area and is easily accessible to clients throughout the greater Houston metropolitan area, Galveston, and surrounding Gulf Coast communities.
Contact our award-winning team at (877) 233-1238 for a no-cost, risk-free consultation today.
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- Cruise Ship Injury
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- Boating Accidents
- Yacht Accidents
- Parasailing Accidents
- Jetski Accidents
- Dock Accidents
- Scuba Diving Accidents
- Swimming Pool Drowning Accidents
- Commercial Fishing Accidents
- Barge Accidents
- Riverboat Accidents
- Ferry Accidents
- Tender Boat Accidents
- Airbnb Accidents
- Short Term Rental Accidents
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