Maritime Wrongful Death

Wrongful death caused by negligence or a problem with the vessel is a catastrophic and heartbreaking tragedy. General Maritime Law offers protection for wrongful death claims involving cruise ship passengers and crew members who have lost their lives within territorial waters. The Jones Act protects the spouses and dependents of seafarers who passed away while working at sea because of their employer’s negligence. The Death on High Seas Act (DOHSA) and the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) also offer protection and claims for damages depending on the specific circumstances of the case. Please contact our firm if such a devastating event occurred to your loved one. We are at your disposal to vigorously prosecute your claim to the fullest extent of the law.