Our Commitment to Accuracy

Offshore Injury Help covers a subject where accuracy genuinely matters. The people who read this site are often making important decisions during a crisis, after a serious injury, or following the loss of a loved one at sea. They deserve information they can trust.

This page explains how we research, write, and maintain that information, and the standards every guide on this site must meet.

Verified Sources Only

Every factual claim, legal explanation, statistic, and case reference on this site is traced to an authoritative primary source, including:

• Federal statutes (the Jones Act, LHWCA, DOHSA, OCSLA, and related maritime law)
• Published court decisions and case law
• Federal agencies such as the U.S. Coast Guard, OSHA, the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement, and the Department of Labor
• Recognized maritime law authorities and peer-reviewed or official publications

We do not rely on secondhand summaries, anonymous online sources, or unverified claims. Where we cite a fact, we trace it to its original source.

No Misinformation, No Exaggeration

We hold ourselves to a strict standard of honesty:

• We do not exaggerate the value of claims or promise specific outcomes. Every case is different, and no one can guarantee a result.
• We do not invent statistics, credentials, or authorities.
• We do not use fear or pressure tactics.
• When something is uncertain or depends on the specific facts of a case, we say so plainly.

If we are ever unsure whether something is accurate, we leave it out rather than risk misleading a reader.

Written in Plain Language

Maritime law is complex, but the people who need it usually are not lawyers. We write every guide to be understandable by an ordinary person, while remaining accurate. Our goal is clarity without oversimplification.

Kept Current

Laws change, and courts issue new decisions that affect injured workers’ rights. We review and update our guides as the law evolves, so the information reflects the current state of maritime and offshore injury law.

Information, Not Legal Advice

Offshore Injury Help provides general information to help people understand their situation. It is not legal advice, and reading this site does not create an attorney-client relationship.

For advice about your specific situation, you should consult a licensed maritime attorney. When you’re ready, we can help connect you with an experienced maritime attorney for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.

Questions or Corrections

We take accuracy seriously. If you believe any information on this site is inaccurate or out of date, we want to know. You can reach us through our contact page, and we will review any concern promptly.

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Offshore Injury Help provides general information about maritime and offshore injury law. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Consult a licensed maritime attorney about your specific situation.