O'Bryan Baun Karamanian specialize in maritime and railroad law. We are helping maritime workers under the Jones Act get compensated for any injuries they get while on the job. Maritime Law is a specialized field with unique rules and procedures. It is based mainly on federal common law and federal statutes, such as the Jones Act. Just as there are lawyers who specialize in criminal law, divorce, contracts, etc., there are lawyers who have experience and expertise in Maritime Law. If you are injured in a maritime setting, you need someone with understands this unique area of law. If you are able, fill out any required accident/injury report, being sure to identify any unsafe condition or action that contributed to your injury. If you are unsure what caused your accident, you can simply indicate that details will be provided later. Then, call a maritime lawyer! Do not, under any circumstances, give a statement, recorded or otherwise, to the company investigator, safety man, or insurance company representative until you have spoken to a lawyer. Despite what you may be told, such statements are designed to deflect blame from the company onto you. You can consult with a lawyer, anonymously, so that your legal rights are protected. Maritime law is, and has been, our focus for the past 30 years. We have the knowledge, experience and dedication to handle your maritime case.