Gilman & Allison, LLP - Corpus Christi, TX

Formidable Maritime and Personal Injury Trial Lawyers in Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi represents one of the most hazardous industrial environments along the Gulf Coast, combining busy shipping channels, petrochemical refineries, and high-speed highway corridors. Located in One Shoreline Plaza overlooking Corpus Christi Bay, Gilman and Allison, LLP provides trial-tested advocacy for injured workers, motorists, and commercial enterprises. The firm Corpus Christi office is led by senior trial attorney Michael Prejean, a South Texas native who holds the U.S. Coast Guard Unlimited Master Mariner license and captained supertankers before entering the legal profession. When you need to find a lawyer who combines hands-on maritime experience with aggressive courtroom skills, Gilman and Allison delivers formidable representation.

Dedicated Maritime Law, Jones Act, and Offshore Injury Litigation

Offshore and harbor workers face serious hazards on coastal waterways and terminals. Gilman and Allison concentrates on complex maritime claims under the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act, and general maritime law. Having spent decades on commercial vessels, attorney Prejean understands vessel mechanics and maritime safety standards thoroughly. The firm represents injured seamen, crane operators, and deckhands in crane accidents, unseaworthy vessel claims, platform fires, and drilling blowouts, securing full recovery for medical expenses and lost earning capacity.

Catastrophic 18-Wheeler Collisions and Refinery Plant Disasters

Heavy commercial traffic moving on Interstate 37, Highway 181, and SPID frequently causes severe collisions. Gilman and Allison acts promptly following truck wrecks to impound electronic logging data, examine driver qualification files, and inspect vehicle components. Additionally, the firm represents workers injured in refinery explosions, chemical releases, and pipeline failures across the Coastal Bend, holding negligent petrochemical operators and contractors accountable.

Commercial Business Litigation and Wrongful Death Representation

Beyond personal injury law, Gilman and Allison assists Gulf Coast businesses and vessel owners with contentious commercial disputes. The firm handles contract disputes, charter agreement conflicts, and cargo damage claims. In tragic cases involving fatal negligence, the team provides compassionate wrongful death litigation under Texas law and the Death on the High Seas Act to support surviving families.

Why Clients Choose Gilman and Allison, LLP

Clients choose Gilman and Allison for clear trial advantages:

• Authentic maritime authority: Attorneys with real-world maritime backgrounds, including licensed ship captains.
• Trial-first approach: Every case is prepared from day one for trial to maximize settlement leverage.
• Prompt evidence preservation: Swift mobilization to secure black box data, accident scenes, and company maintenance logs.
• Bilingual client services: Fluent support in English and Spanish for South Texas clients.
• Contingency fee billing: Zero upfront expenses and no attorney fees unless compensation is won.

Hire an Attorney for Your Corpus Christi Injury Case

Prompt evidence preservation is vital after a serious collision or industrial accident. If you need an attorney to protect your legal rights against insurance carriers and corporate defendants, contact Gilman and Allison, LLP today to schedule your free consultation at their Corpus Christi office.