Lewis, Kullman, Sterbcow & Abramson, LLC

08/27/2026

Join us in congratulating 𝗣𝗮𝘂𝗹 𝗠. 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗰𝗼𝘄, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗿𝗮𝗱 "𝗗𝘂𝗸𝗲" 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗜𝗜𝗜, and 𝗜𝗮𝗻 𝗙. 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗼𝗿 on being named to the 2027 edition of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮! 🏆

Our attorneys were recognized by their legal peers for their work in Admiralty and Maritime Law, as well as Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions. Because Best Lawyers honors are based strictly on peer evaluations, this recognition highlights their strong reputation and relentless dedication to our clients.

We are proud to celebrate this achievement with our team! 👏

LKSA represents victims of injuries including offshore/maritime accidents, medical malpractice, helicopter crashes, nursing home abuse, and defective products. Our New Orleans attorneys have lead major maritime disasters. Free consult.

08/24/2026

Just because you work on the water doesn't automatically mean the law considers you a "seaman." ⚠️

Determining your legal "seaman status" is one of the most critical—and heavily debated—issues after an offshore injury. It dictates exactly what rights and compensation you are entitled to.

Attorney Ian Taylor explains the complex legal test courts use, from your connection to the vessel to the specific nature of your daily work.

Don't let your employer or their insurance company make this decision for you. Get an experienced maritime lawyer on your side to protect your future. ⚖️

08/24/2026

Before we start our short course season, we want to send a final thank you to one of our sponsors Lewis, Kullman, Sterbcow & Abramson, LLC

08/21/2026

⚠️ If you are hurt working offshore, proving you were on a "vessel" is the key to unlocking your rights under the Jones Act. But the legal definition might surprise you! 🚢

It sounds like a simple question, but is a floating work platform legally considered a vessel? What about a ship tied permanently to a dock, or a riverboat casino?

Insurance companies and employers will aggressively argue that your workplace wasn't a vessel. Why? Because if they can prove it wasn't a vessel, they can deny you Jones Act protections and severely limit the compensation they have to pay you and your family.

Don't let an insurance company use legal loopholes against you. Learn how the courts actually decide what counts as a vessel and how our experienced trial lawyers fight back to protect your rights.

Read our new guide here: https://www.lksalaw.com/blog/defining-a-vessel-under-jones-act-law/

08/10/2026

⚠️ Did you know that just because you work on the water, the law doesn't automatically consider you a "seaman"?

Your legal title matters. If you get hurt offshore, qualifying as a "Jones Act Seaman" unlocks powerful legal rights that can drastically change the compensation you and your family receive. But to qualify, you generally must spend at least 30% of your time working on a vessel in navigation.

Many corporate employers know this rule. To protect their own profits, they will often try to classify you differently, change your job title, or shuffle your vessel assignments to keep you under that 30% mark so they only have to pay you basic workers' compensation.

Don't let an employer or insurance company define your rights. We've published a clear, detailed guide explaining exactly what it takes to qualify as a seaman and how our experienced maritime lawyers fight back against these corporate tactics.

Read the guide and know your rights before you need them: https://www.lksalaw.com/blog/jones-act-seamen-rights-after-being-injured-at-work/

08/06/2026

🌊 We are grateful for the opportunity to assist our client in resolving a case involving a vessel collision with a hunting camp on the Mississippi River. This case, heard in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, was settled during trial for $700,000.

💡 Read more about this and other case results by visiting the link: https://www.lksalaw.com/vessel-collision-with-hunting-camp-on-mississppi-river-property-damage/

08/04/2026

When a vessel is unseaworthy and a seaman gets hurt, who is legally responsible?

The answer is the vessel owner. Maritime law places a non-delegable duty on the owner to ensure the ship is safe for everyone working on board. This is a critical protection that holds the right entity accountable for unsafe conditions at sea.

07/31/2026

Filing a maritime accident lawsuit? Understanding the timeline can help you plan for the road ahead. While some cases settle quickly, others may take time due to legal complexities. Knowing what to expect is key. ⚖️

⏳ In this article, you’ll learn:
✔️ How long maritime accident lawsuits typically last
✔️ Key factors that affect case duration
✔️ Why working with an experienced lawyer matters

Time is critical when seeking justice—learn what to expect here: https://www.lksalaw.com/how-long-do-maritime-accident-lawsuits-take/

07/17/2026

⚠️ If you or a loved one are injured by failing equipment offshore, you need to know about the "Hidden Claim."

Many injured workers assume their only option is to file a claim against their employer. But what if that safety harness tore because of a manufacturing defect? What if the crane collapsed because of a flawed engineering design?

In these cases, you have the right to sue the multinational manufacturer of the equipment. This "third-party claim" can mean the difference between receiving basic medical coverage and securing millions of dollars to protect your family's future.

But you must act fast. Critical evidence—the broken equipment itself—routinely "disappears" or gets repaired by the company within days of a major accident.

Swipe through to learn the difference between employer negligence and a product defect, and read our full legal guide to understand your rights:

https://www.lksalaw.com/blog/offshore-equipment-failure-negligence-or-product-liability/

Offshore equipment failure can trigger claims against BOTH your employer (Jones Act, unseaworthiness) AND the manufacturer (product liability). Learn which applies.

07/13/2026

🚢 Building the biggest ships isn’t cheap! While massive container ships cost over $200 million, luxury cruise liners can soar to $1.4 billion! 😲

Via - engineering at sea