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Knee Leg & Foot Injuries
Helping Injured Seamen with Leg, Foot, and Knee Injuries
Working onboard ship, on a fishing vessel, or on an oil rig is physically demanding. Sailors and others are constantly on the move. If they aren’t moving, they are often confined to small and awkward spaces. They lift large loads and work with heavy and hazardous equipment.
Hazardous maritime situations lead to leg and injury injuries
Such an environment makes foot and knee injuries common. At the New England law firm of Latti & Anderson, we have more than 45 years of experience helping injured workers obtain compensation for maritime injuries, including their medical bills, lost wages, and other costs. We know the laws that apply to marine injury, and have the experience to build a strong case for clients.
Experienced maritime attorneys helping injured seamen
If you have suffered a leg, foot, or knee injury, contact our Boston, New Bedford, Gloucester, Massachusetts office. Speak with an attorney who understands how to get you the resources you deserve. Call 1-800-392-6072 for a free initial consultation. We assist clients from New England and across the country.
Examples of Injuries
Our clients include maritime workers who have suffered injuries such as:
- Broken leg
- Torn ligament
- Torn meniscus
- Cartilage injury
- Crushed foot
- Arthritis
- Dislocations
- Injury requiring amputation
- Bone infection
Causes of injury
Falling from ladders, being tangled in nets, ropes, and hoses, and slipping on a wet surface are common causes of foot and knee injury onboard a vessel. Whatever the cause of your injury, we will determine how it occurred and who was responsible under the law.
Disability is a common result of leg, knee, and foot injuries
Working on a ship, barge, or dredge is not a sedentary occupation. Mobility is critical; if you loose that mobility because of a leg or knee injury, you may be unable to work at sea. If you become permanently disabled because of an injury caused by negligence or misconduct, our attorneys will vigorously pursue your claim for disability benefits.
If you have suffered a leg, knee, or foot injury working in a maritime setting, contact the attorneys at Latti & Anderson. Learn how they can help you pursue the compensation you need to recover or provide for a disability.