Our Lawyers Protect Seafarer Rights in India
When you have been injured working on or near an Indian ship, do not hesitate to seek out a leading maritime accident and injury law firm, Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. Our 16 personal injury lawyers are here to help you get compensated fairly for the suffering you have experienced. Our track record includes recovering more than $450 million for clients since 1971, recognition as one of the “Best Law Firms” ® by US News & World Report, and countless appearances on television as experts on maritime law.
Recovering from the aftermath of a maritime accident can be difficult. You are hurt, and the shipping companies may try to protect their funds over your safety. When your injuries are being ignored, reach out for help from a maritime accident lawyer in India for help holding these companies liable for your injuries.
Maritime Lawyers Representing Crewmembers from India
The global maritime attorneys at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. have successfully represented hundreds of crewmembers from India. There are many thousands of crewmembers from India who work aboard cruise ships. Given our experience and expertise, we are uniquely positioned to help Indian crew obtain the maximum compensation for their injury claims.
India has seen a boom in the maritime industry over the last several years. The growth is primarily driven by a steady increase in external trade. The seventh largest country by land mass, India has a long coastline (more than 7,000 km/4,600 miles), providing ample opportunities for increased cargo traffic and port development.
As the Indian maritime industry continues to grow, so does the risk to crewmembers for injury and illness. Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. actively and relentlessly represents the legal rights of crewmembers in India. Our law firm will enforce the regulations applicable to you as a crewmember after injury, illness, or death so you can obtain the maximum amount of benefits you are entitled to.
To both increase awareness of seafarer’s rights and better serve injured Indian crewmembers, the maritime lawyers at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. have hired a local attorney in India. Attorney Ajay Solanki is located in New Delhi. Ajay’s expertise lies in Maritime Law and International Trade. Ajay is a BBA LLB graduate from School of Law, UPES, and has a specialization in International Investment Laws. Ajay holds an additional qualification in “Arbitration of International Disputes” by Universiteit Leiden, Netherlands. Apart from this he has organized various debates and has written a handful of research articles on various fields of law including Artificial Intelligence, White collar crimes, Marginalization in India, and Right of Prisoners.
Our maritime attorneys will work side by side with our affiliates in India to protect the rights of seafarers in India and worldwide. As the maritime industry continues to grow, we are committed to staying on the cutting edge of the complex cruising and commercial shipping environment in India.
Protecting Crew Member Rights in India
Maritime cases can involve cruise ships, vessel operators or owners, marine commerce, passengers, and crewmembers. From cargo ships to cruise ships to passenger ferries, reports of accidents involving Indian crewmembers are far too frequent.
Sadly, crewmembers don’t always receive the medical care or compensation they deserve for shipboard-related injuries. All crewmembers, regardless of location or country of origin, are entitled to seek legal help from a maritime accident lawyer as soon as an incident occurs. Depending on the type of incident at hand and who was involved, numerous maritime laws and regulations will may apply. The maritime attorneys of Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. have in-depth knowledge of claims involving accidents or injuries at sea. After a maritime accident has occurred, crewmembers may feel intimidated to take legal action – especially if the incident transpired aboard a cargo or cruise ship. Protect your rights with the help of maritime lawyers with more than 250 combined years of experience in admiralty and maritime law.
Maritime Attorneys Representing Crew from India
Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. has been representing the interests of injured crew since 1971. We have been named the “Top Law Firm Protecting Seafarer Rights” by the International Seafarer’s Association (ISA). Our law firm has successfully handled more than 3,000 cruise ship and maritime matters and served hundreds of crew members.
Our latest case recoveries include:
- $2,995,000 settlement for a cargo ship crewmember who suffered a hand crushing incident.
- $975,000 settlement for a cruise ship crewmember who nearly went blind when using chemicals which were not being used for the intended purpose.
- $930,000 settlement for cruise ship crewmember who fell from an unsecure ladder. $550,000 settlement for a yacht deckhand who fell from an improperly secured gangway
- $1,000,000 settlement for cruise ship crewmember who was catastrophically injured when an elevator on a cruise ship crushed him.
For more detailed information about our results and awards, please refer to our Success Stories and Awards.
Our India Maritime Accident Lawyers Can Assist You Right Now
When you are seeking compensation for maritime accident injury, look no further than the experienced maritime lawyers at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. Our team includes Board Certified experts in maritime law. Our firm has recovered more than $450 million for clients over the decades we have been in business, and our team has seen many awards recognizing our work. That includes four attorneys being named to “Best Lawyers” ® in America and the firm itself being named to “Best Law Firms” ® by US News & World Report annually for nearly a decade.
When you have been injured on a ship or port, you do have grounds for legal action in many cases. However, holding them responsible can be tough, so get the help you need by reaching out to the team at 877-233-1238. We offer a free consultation, so you can speak with us before you make any decisions. To learn more about our services representing seafarers in India, reach out by calling or filling out our online contact form.
