Recorded Statements-Should I Give One After an Injury?

Posted by: rzehl
September 23, 2008
Topic: Dishonest Offshore Employers: Tricks-of-the-Trade

Following an offshore injury, there's a good chance that your employer's insurance company is going to ask you for a recorded statement. They may even tell you that it's a necessary step in the evaluation of your claim and that the sooner you give a statement, the sooner you can be compensated.

Regardless of what the insurance company tells you, it is not in your best interest to give a recorded statement without first consulting an independent maritime attorney. Otherwise, you risk compromising your case. In reality, recorded statements are taken by insurance companies in order to catch you saying things that may hurt your claim or allow them to avoid paying you at all.

In addition, do not sign any paperwork given to you by the insurance company until you have had it reviewed by an independent maritime lawyer of your own choosing. By signing paperwork without the aid of independent counsel, you might just be signing away your right to compensation. Remember, the insurance company does not work for you.

IF you or someone you know has been injured offshore, contact the experienced Jones Act lawyers at the Fitts Zehl Law Firm by email at info@gulfcoastmaritimelawyer.com or by phone at (800) 99-FITTS.

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