A suit has been filed on behalf of a Jones Act seaman who was injured while working on the CELTIC. During the incident, the Plaintiff was working as a galley hand on board the platform supply ship. While performing his work, Plaintiff was unloading groceries. Plaintiff was returning to the galley area when he slipped on steps on the Vessel. The lawsuit brings claims against Adriatic Marine, the owner of the CELTIC, and OSSA, the Plaintiff’s direct employer. The lawsuit alleges that the Defendants provided an unseaworthy vessel, and was negligent in the following ways:
(a) failing to adequately assess and repair the dangerous condition of the steps;
(b) failing to provide proper and adequate equipment to perform the job;
(c) failing to maintain the vessel and her appurtenances and/or equipment in a safe and
reasonable state of repair
Our attorneys have extensive experience in maritime personal injury litigation and the skills needed to represent seamen who have been seriously injured as a result of the negligence of another party. Spagnoletti Law Firm has lawyers admitted to practice in Texas, Florida and New York, and has handled maritime lawsuits throughout the country.
The experienced maritime attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights under the Jones Act. There are strict and short time limits on making claims related to vessel accidents, so please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or to learn more about your rights.