What documents do I need to prove my maritime injury claim?

In California, you will need to provide a few documents to prove your maritime injury claim. These documents should include medical documentation from a doctor who has examined and treated you for your injury, employment documents that support your wages and the type of work you were doing when the accident occurred, and a maritime accident report from your employer. Other documents you may need include witness statements, photographs that support the facts of your claim, and the accident report filed with the U.S. Coast Guard. In addition, witnesses and other injured parties involved in the accident will need to file an Affidavit of Injury or to provide testimony in court so that the facts of the case are clearly established and are available for the judge’s review. If your case involves lost wages due to your injury, you will need to present copies of your pay stubs and other employment documents that demonstrate your previous wages. All of these documents can be used to establish a legal cause of action and will be necessary in order to prove your case. If the accident occurred in a foreign port, you may need to provide additional documents to prove your case, including information about the vessel, the laws of the country where the accident occurred, and other applicable laws. It is important to note that the documents listed above are only a starting point. Depending on the facts of your case, you may need additional documents, so it is important to consult with a maritime attorney who can help you identify and gather the evidence that is necessary for your case.

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