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Premier National Advocates for Injured Maritime Workers
When you work on the water, your job comes with a unique set of risks, governed by a specialized body of law. At O’Bryan Law, we are a leading national law firm exclusively dedicated to protecting the rights of injured maritime workers. From our office on Wall Street, we represent seamen, longshoremen, and offshore workers across the country. Our mission is to provide tenacious and knowledgeable legal representation to secure the full compensation you are entitled to under federal maritime laws like the Jones Act. We have recovered millions for injured workers and are prepared to fight for you, period. 🚢
Specialized Expertise in Maritime and Admiralty Law
Since 1983, our firm has focused on this complex and specialized legal area. This singular focus gives us a deep understanding of the challenges you face and the laws that protect you. We are not a general practice firm; we are maritime law specialists, ready to handle the most serious and complex injury cases.
- Accident and Injury Lawyers: We are a powerhouse for maritime personal injury claims. Our expertise covers everything from injuries on commercial fishing vessels, cruise ships, and dredges to accidents on oil rigs and platforms. We handle Jones Act negligence claims, unseaworthiness claims, and cases involving slip and fall accidents, crushing injuries, and falls from swinging objects.
- Workers’ Compensation Lawyers: We represent maritime workers in claims under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) and civilian contractors under the Defense Base Act (DBA), ensuring they receive their rightful benefits for on-the-job injuries.
- Wrongful Death Lawyers: In the most tragic circumstances, we provide compassionate and aggressive representation for the families of maritime workers who have lost their lives due to negligence or unseaworthy conditions.
Your Battle-Tested Legal Team
Choosing O’Bryan Law means choosing a firm that shipping companies and their insurers know will go to trial. We have tried countless cases and secured major verdicts and settlements because we prepare every case for the courtroom. Our attorneys are available 24/7 to answer your call. We handle cases on a contingency basis, so you pay no fees unless we recover for you. 🏆 If you have been injured while working on the water, contact us today. Let our nearly a century of combined legal experience work for you.
Specializing In
Jones Act, Maritime Law, Offshore Injuries, Commercial Fishing Accidents, Cruise Ship Injuries, Oil Rig Accidents, Longshore Act, Defense Base Act, Wrongful Death
Address & Location
Situated in the historic heart of Lower Manhattan’s Financial District, located along iconic Wall Street near the Federal Hall National Memorial.
Building Location
This is an 8-story historic landmark Greek Revival and Beaux-Arts building, originally built in 1841 as the Merchants’ Exchange and later serving as the National City Bank Building. It features massive double-deck granite colonnades and is located near Starbucks and Joe & The Juice.
Suite Access
Enter the majestic columns at the main entrance of 55 Wall Street (Cipriani Club Residences). Check in with the 24-hour concierge desk in the secure lobby, and take the passenger elevator up to the eighth floor to reach Apartment 822.
Parking Details
Paid public parking is accessible nearby at several surface lots and garages, including Icon Parking, though utilizing public transit is highly recommended.
Public Transit
Served by New York City Transit Authority Route 2 (Uptown/Downtown); nearest stop is at Wall Street.
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