Questions and Answers

Click on the questions below to check out some Video Answers from Ronna and Les.

  1. Isn't there a chance I might get fired if I make a claim?

  2. Since your offices are located in New Orleans, can you represent people from other parts of the world?

  3. I am a loyal employee. Why should I rock the boat and file a cliam against the company I work for?

  4. Do I fall under the Jones Act?

  5. I was injured on a platform. Why should I call a Maritime lawyer?

  6. What do I have to pay to be represented?

  7. I am a boat captain. Do I have the same rights as deck hands and engineers?

  8. I have a family to take care of, but I might never be able to work again. Can you help?

  9. How can I choose my own doctor?

  10. How much is my claim worth?

  11. The company is taking care of me. How long will that last?

  12. I don’t want to sue. Do I still need a lawyer?

  13. I failed a drug test. Do I have any rights?

  14. I have a lawyer but I’m not satisfied. Can the Maritime Law Center help?

  15. The company wants me to go to a Functional Capacity Exam. What is that?

  16. I was fired after I was hurt. Can I still make a claim?

  17. Should I give a recorded statement after I am injured?

  18. I wasn't completely honest on my job application. How will this affect me?

  19. What is the Jones Act?

  20. What is Maintenance & Cure?

  21. My captain didn’t make an accident report when I got hurt. Does this matter?

  22. I'm not getting Maintenance. Why not?

  23. I just started with this company. Do I have the same rights as a long-timer?

  24. I am receiving maintenance. How do I know if I am receiving the right amount?