Maritime injury claims are incredibly challenging to investigate due to the nature of where they occur. Anytime an injury occurs on or around waterways, the investigation occurs relatively swiftly after the incident happens. This is not necessarily a normal realm of investigation for most individuals, so we strongly encourage working with a skilled maritime attorney in Portland who has experience handling these particular situations.
An attorney will fully investigate every aspect of the claim using their own resources. They will speak to any eyewitnesses related to the claim, and they will handle all interactions with insurance carriers, regulatory agencies, at-fault parties, and more. Your lawyer will handle any negotiation with these other parties in order to help recover fair compensation on your behalf, and they will fully prepare the case for trial if one becomes necessary.