Offshore Injury Lawyer & Harbor Worker Injury Attorney in Gulfport, Mississippi

Fighting for Injured Seamen, Oil Rig Workers & Harbor Employees

Working offshore or on the docks is some of the most dangerous work in Mississippi. Oil rig explosions, falls from heights, vessel collisions, toxic exposure, and heavy machinery accidents can leave workers permanently disabled or families grieving the loss of a loved one. Unlike ordinary land-based workers, offshore and harbor employees have special rights under federal maritime laws to seek full compensation beyond traditional workers’ compensation.

At Holleman Law Firm, I represent injured seamen, oilfield employees, longshoremen, and harbor workers across the Gulf Coast. With decades of trial experience, I fight tirelessly to hold negligent employers, vessel owners, and product manufacturers accountable.

If you or a loved one has been injured offshore or in port, call (228) 678-7279 for a free consultation with an experienced Gulfport offshore injury lawyer.

What Are the Most Common Causes of Offshore and Harbor Worker Injuries?

From the shipyard to the open sea, even minor oversights can have catastrophic consequences. Some of the most common causes I see as a Gulfport offshore injury attorney include:

• • • Oil rig and drilling platform accidents (explosions, fires, blowouts)
    • Falls overboard, falls from heights, or slip-and-fall injuries on wet decks
    • Vessel collisions, capsizing, and unseaworthy conditions
    • Defective or poorly maintained machinery and equipment
    • Heavy cargo accidents and crane failures
    • Diving accidents and decompression injuries
    • Chemical exposure and toxic inhalation
    • Inadequate safety training or understaffing

These accidents often result in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, severe burns, and wrongful death.

What Laws Protect Offshore and Harbor Workers?

Several federal and state laws provide special protections for maritime workers:

• • • The Jones Act (46 U.S.C. § 30104): Gives injured seamen the right to sue their employers for negligence, in addition to receiving “maintenance and cure” (living expenses and medical care).
    • The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (33 U.S.C. § 901 et seq.): Provides wage and medical benefits for land-based maritime employees such as longshoremen, shipbuilders, and harbor workers who are not covered under the Jones Act.
    • The Death on the High Seas Act (46 U.S.C. § 30301): Allows families of workers killed beyond three nautical miles offshore to recover damages.
    • Mississippi Workers’ Compensation (Miss. Code Ann. § 71-3-1 et seq.): May apply to some maritime workers, particularly those injured in shipyards or ports.
    • Product Liability Claims: Defective equipment, machinery, or unsafe vessel design may create a separate right to sue manufacturers for damages.

Understanding which law applies can be complex, and choosing the wrong path can limit your recovery. That’s why you need an attorney experienced in both maritime law and catastrophic injury claims.

Who Can Be Held Liable for an Offshore Injury?

Depending on the circumstances, one or more parties may be responsible:

• • • Employers who failed to provide a safe workplace
    • Vessel owners who allowed unsafe or unseaworthy conditions
    • Negligent supervisors or crew members
    • Equipment manufacturers for defective products
    • Third-party contractors operating on rigs or at port

I investigate every angle of your case to identify all liable parties and maximize your recovery.

What Compensation Can Offshore and Harbor Workers Recover?

Depending on your case and applicable law, you may be entitled to:

• • • Full medical treatment and rehabilitation costs
    • Past and future lost wages
    • Maintenance and cure benefits (Jones Act)
    • Compensation for pain and suffering
    • Loss of future earning capacity
    • Wrongful death damages for surviving family members

As a maritime injury attorney with decades of experience, I fight to ensure my clients are not short-changed by insurers or employers who prioritize profits over people.

Why Should You Hire Holleman Law Firm for an Offshore Injury Case?

Choosing the right lawyer after a serious maritime accident can make the difference between a lifetime of struggle and financial security for you and your family. Here is why injured offshore and harbor workers trust me with their most important cases:

• • • Decades of courtroom experience. I have spent over 25 years handling complex maritime and catastrophic injury cases in Gulfport, Biloxi, Pascagoula, and across the Gulf Coast. I know how these cases are built — and how they are won.
    • Proven record of results. From oil rig explosions to shipyard accidents, I have secured significant settlements and trial verdicts that allowed families to rebuild their lives after devastating injuries.
    • Aggressive and tireless representation. I do not back down when employers, vessel owners, or insurers try to minimize responsibility. I prepare every case as if it will go before a jury and fight for maximum compensation.
    • Personal attention. Unlike larger firms where clients are shuffled between staff, I personally meet with every client. You will always know who is fighting for you, and you will always have direct access to me.
    • Comprehensive strategy. I dig into every detail of your accident, consult with maritime experts, and pursue all available claims — whether under the Jones Act, the LHWCA, product liability, or wrongful death statutes.

In short, I don’t just take cases — I take on causes. When your livelihood, health, and family’s future are on the line, you deserve an offshore injury lawyer who will fight as hard for you as if it were his own family.

Injured Offshore or in Port? Contact a Gulfport Offshore Injury Attorney Today

If you or a loved one has been injured offshore, in port, or while supporting oil and gas operations in the Gulf of Mexico, do not wait. Maritime cases require immediate investigation to preserve evidence and assert your rights.

Call (228) 678-7279 today to schedule your free consultation with an experienced Gulfport offshore injury lawyer. I accept credit cards and offer aggressive, dedicated representation for maritime workers and their families.