Dock work is important but hazardous. If you suffered an injury while on the job, Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers is on your side. We may be able help you get compensation for your damages by assigning an Alexandria dockworker accident attorney to protect your rights and interests. Contact us to get started with a free case review.
Getting Your Money Is Not Always Easy, but a Lawyer Can Help
Unfortunately, insurance companies often prioritize their bottom line over individuals’ needs. When you file a lawsuit, you may find your way blocked by:
- Denials: The insurance company tries to claim your employer is not responsible for your injury or that you were not injured at all.
- Lowball settlement offers: The insurance company offers you a small amount of money to try to quickly end the case.
- Aggressive attorneys: If you try to negotiate a better settlement on your own, you may be confronted by lawyers whose only job is to save the insurer money.
A lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can help you navigate and even avoid such obstacles. If you are thinking of filing a lawsuit, you have a limited time to start. Per 46 U.S.C. § 30106, if you do not file a maritime liability lawsuit within three years, you may permanently lose the right to sue the liable party for compensation. However, if for some reason you must instead file a liability-based personal injury lawsuit against a party that is not your employer, you may only have one year to do so under CC Art. 3492.
