
Sea Injury Claims
You might be able to claim compensation if you suffered an injury while at sea because of someone else’s negligence, including mistakes and misconduct.

Make a claim for an injury sustained at sea
Our specialist team offer the highest level of legal expertise in sea-related accident claims and maritime injuries.
With our help, you can make a claim against the boat’s owners or shipbuilders. Compensation can be substantial in cases involving serious personal injury, so don’t hesitate to get in touch if you think you have a case.
Meet a specialist from our team
Our market leading team will help you understand your rights, secure the compensation you’re owed, and access vital support – from rehabilitation to long-term care.

Get the help you need
Contact us today for a free initial consultation to talk through your compensation claim for a sea injury
Making an enquiry
We have several ways you can contact us, either by completing our online contact form, by phone, or using our live chat. If you start your journey online, here are the first steps to working together.
Complete our online formWe need a few details to understand your situation and the kind of support you need.
We’ll contact you by phoneOn the call our experts will ask you a few more questions to make sure we connect you with the right legal advice from our team.
We arrange a full appointmentYour next step is an in-depth appointment with a specialist solicitor to discuss how we could advise you.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have been injured while at sea and you have questions, you will find your answers here at Irwin Mitchell. Discover more about the claims process and how we can help you claim compensation for your sea injury.Yes, it’s highly recommended that you seek the right legal support to make a claim for compensation, no matter how or where your sea accident took place.
Our specialist team of lawyers has successfully recovered compensation for the victims of many high-profile disasters at sea, including:
- Herald of Free Enterprise
- Jupiter
- Marchioness/Bowbelle
- Piper Alpha oil rig explosion
- Narrona
- MS Sundream
- SS Odysseus
- SS Austonia
Don’t hesitate to call us today to talk through your case with one of our specialist personal injury legal experts—we’ll be more than happy to help you put things right.
Our commitment to you
Our experts always start by listening, so we understand what matters most from day one.- 01Clear legal guidance
You will always get straightforward, honest advice, with regular updates to keep you clear on the way forward.
- 02Specialist knowledge
A wide-ranging team of trusted specialists who understand what it takes to protect your future, your family or your business.
- 03Your needs first
Whether you’re navigating complex personal situations or business decisions, we take the time to understand your world and what’s at stake.
Services to help with your claim
We can help with legal guidance and advice as well as other services you might need to aid your recovery and get your life back on track.Irwin Mitchell Scotland
Scottish cases will be handled by the Scottish law firm with which we are associated, Irwin Mitchell Scotland LLP. The law relating to funding is different in Scotland and you will receive separate advice about what that means as well as a separate funding agreement.




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