Death on the High Seas Act in Houston

In addition to the above requirements, the Death on the High Seas Act does come with some restrictions. Specifically, the DOHSA does not apply to fatalities incurred in U.S. territorial waters, such as:

• The Great Lakes
• Various rivers
• Any offshore location within three nautical miles of the U.S. coastline.

Pursing a DOHSA claim with the help of an experienced lawyer at the Amaro Law Firm can position your claim for the maximum possible recovery. Our attorneys have years of experience filing Death on the High Seas Act claims. This has endowed us with the skills and insight necessary to:

• Effectively advocate your rights
• Properly value the extent of your losses
• Gather all necessary evidence to prove negligence and unseaworthiness
• Help you pursue all available legal remedies
• Bring your DOHSA claim to the best possible resolution.

The Death on the High Seas Act calls for “fair and just compensation for the pecuniary loss” stemming from the worker’s death. The “pecuniary loss” includes financial losses that have objective measurements. These include:

• Medical expenses
• Funeral costs
• Lost financial support, including lost income and lost benefits or pensions
• Lost inheritance
• Lost guidance and instruction for minor children
• Lost services (transportation, home repairs, etc.)

While pain and suffering is not covered by the DOHSA, that compensation may be available via a Jones Act claim.

A Houston maritime & offshore injury lawyer at the Amaro Law Firm is waiting to advise you about your recovery options.

Call (713) 352-7975 or email our firm to set up a free initial consultation and start getting the answers that could make a big difference in your future.

Our superior representation and record of successfully resolving clients’ claims has earned us 5-star ratings on Google and Facebook.

Virtual consultations are available, and we can travel to meet you if you are unable to visit our office. 

While we understand that money can never replace or bring back a loved one, we also know how beneficial these financial recoveries can be as families cope with grief and focus on picking up the pieces.