California Maritime & Longshore Accident Lawyers

Representing Workers After an Accident at Sea

The litigation of personal injury and wrongful death cases under maritime law is procedurally different from the presentation of similar injury claims in land-based accidents. In many cases, the differences favor the plaintiff. Our understanding of the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, and other maritime statutes can help you and your family benefit from these advantages.

Common Accidents That Occur on Cargo Ships and at Sea

Our familiarity with the challenges of complex accident litigation, together with our understanding of federal maritime law, can represent a significant advantage in recovering the compensation you need in a maritime accident. We have experience handling personal injury claims on behalf of clients in maritime accident cases.

These types of at-sea accidents can include the following:

Capsized vessel accidents
Loss of a deckhand, steward, or officer overboard
Injuries caused by the vessel's unseaworthiness
Ship repair and maintenance accidents above or below the waterline
Injuries caused by the negligence of an owner, captain, skipper, or pilot
Accidents resulting from falling overhead objects or poorly secured equipment
Cruise ship accidents and assaults involving passengers, seamen, stewards, and officers
Harbor accidents involving tugs, barges, tour boats, commuter ferries, or other vessels
Waterfront accidents involving longshoremen, freight handlers, crane operators, or other terminal workers

Experienced California Maritime Lawyers

Whether the injury in your case took place on a supertanker, a whale-watching tour, or a fishing trawler, our lawyers can analyze your case and identify the most promising ways to maximize its value. At the same time, our carefully limited caseload allows us to give you all of the prompt and personalized attention your situation requires.

For a free consultation about your legal options in any personal injury or wrongful death claim in a maritime accident, contact The McClellan Law Firm for a free consultation by calling (619) 215-1488.

Craig McClellan is a member of the Inner Circle of Advocates, an invitation-only group of the top 100 plaintiff trial lawyers in the United States.
Craig McClellan has been selected to the list of The Best Lawyers in America every year since 1993.
The firm earned a Tier 1 ranking in Personal Injury in the 2024 list of the Best Law Firms.
The firm earned a Tier 1 ranking in Personal Injury in the 2023 list of the Best Law Firms.
The firm earned a Tier 1 ranking in Personal Injury in the 2022 list of the Best Law Firms.
The firm earned a Tier 1 ranking in Commercial Litigation in the 2022 list of the Best Law Firms.
The firm earned a Tier 1 ranking in Product Liability in the 2022 list of the Best Law Firms.
Craig McClellan earned one of the top 10 medical malpractice settlements in California, securing a $9,000,000 settlement for a client.
Craig McClellan & Conor Hulburt earned one of the top 10 premises liability settlements in California, securing a $3,175,850 settlement for a client.
Craig McClellan has been selected to the list of Super Lawyers every year since 2007, and earned the most votes of ANY lawyer for 2019 in San Diego.
Craig McClellan was voted Lawyer of the Year for Product Liability Litigation by Best Lawyers for 2019.
Attorney McClellan earned a Distinguished rating from Martindale-Hubbell for his achievements.
Craig McClellan is listed as one of America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators in Business Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability.
Attorney McClellan has a 10/10 “Superb” rating, the highest rating an attorney can receive from Avvo.
The firm has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, the highest possible rating offered by the organization.
Attorney McClellan is a member of the Consumer Attorneys of San Diego, and previously served on its Board of Directors.
Attorney Craig McClellan was named as one of the “Best Attorneys” by the Los Angeles Times.
Attorney Craig McClellan was named one of the “Best Lawyers” by San Diego Metro.
Attorney Craig McClellan was named one of the Top Lawyers in San Diego in Business Litigation by San Diego Magazine.
Craig McClellan has been named among the Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, which honors the nation’s top advocates.

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We wouldn’t be here, in this moment of life without the kindness and professionalism of you all and how you went to bat for us! Eternally grateful! A.K.
Immediately after our interview we knew without question that no matter how steep the mountain, win or lose, we had found the right person—Craig McClellan, Esq.—[…] We felt a profound sense of ... G.P.
We will NEVER forget what you did for us Craig. We are FOREVER GRATEFUL. K.V.
I just wanted to thank you for your efforts on [Pam’s] behalf, your skills, and your heart. You are not just a lawyer in what you do, you are a master of your profession. And I hope you are passing ... Juror
I thank you for your kindness and generosity in giving selflessly without reserve. Additionally, please extend my thanks to your staff for their diligent work and encouragement throughout the trial. A.D.
We do not quite know how to verbalize or show how grateful we are to have had the distinct honor to have you represent us at truly the most critical time in our lives. S.C.
Having had the high privilege of presiding over a number of cases involving national counsel, I want you to know you’re one of the very best [...]. You and those with you were outstanding ambassadors ...
It was a real honor to preside over a case with you as counsel. In my mind you represent all that is good in our profession. Judge J.
Your appearance on the nation-wide broadcast of ‘60 Minutes’ was a public service in which all San Diego has reason to take great pride. To integrity—you have added public service and again elevated ... Juror
We could not be happier with the McCllelan Law Firm team! My husband and I were referred to Craig McCllelan by one of his peers. We had a very sensitive medical malpractice case that we were hesitant ... S.P.

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