Hand Injuries

Injuries to the Hand and Wrist

Hand injuries can end the career of a seaman or sailor. Maritime workers need manual dexterity to manipulate ropes, work winches and pulleys, and operate heavy equipment. When such an injury ends their ability to perform the tasks required onboard a vessel, sailors and seamen can find themselves unable to perform their customary tasks and out of a job.

Helping injured seamen and sailors after an amputation or crushed hand

Our attorneys help seamen and sailors throughout the United States who find themselves sidelined by a hand injury. Our clients come to us after suffering hand injuries such as a:

• Finger and hand amputation
• Severed tendon
• Severe laceration
• Crushed hand
• Broken wrist

Call an attorney experienced with cases like yours

Contact the maritime attorneys at Latti & Anderson to learn about your options and rights after a hand injury. Because we have been representing injured sailors and seamen for more than 45 years, we have a thorough knowledge of maritime law. We use that knowledge to identify the best way to seek the compensation that will allow you to recover as fully as possible. Call 1-800-392-6072 for a free initial consultation.

Maritime work leaves sailors and seamen vulnerable to hand injuries

We help maritime workers who have suffered injuries caused by the negligence of their employer. Common causes of hand injury include unguarded blades on equipment, improperly coiled ropes, lack of emergency shutoff switches, and falling equipment and cargo that results in a crushed hand.

Wrist and hand injuries can be career ending

A hand injury at sea may seem minor to people who do not understand the nature of marine work. However, it is often very serious, ending the maritime career of the sailor or seaman. If this has happened to you, it is important to seek proper medical treatment and experienced legal advice. The maritime lawyers at Latti & Anderson stand ready to advise you about your rights and your options. Contact them today.

Free initial consultation - Most cases handled on a contingency basis