How do I file a claim for medical bills and lost wages if I am unable to return to work?

In Pennsylvania, if you are injured in a maritime accident and are unable to return to work due to your injuries, you can file a claim for medical bills and lost wages. The most common type of claim is under the Jones Act, or the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, which covers sailors, longshoremen, and other maritime workers who are injured in the course of their employment. To file a claim under the Jones Act, you must first determine who is liable in the incident. Generally, the liable party is the employer, vessel owner, vessel operator, or manufacturer of faulty equipment. Once you know who to file a claim against, you can then contact an attorney who specializes in maritime injury law and provide them with the details of the accident. Your attorney will help you prepare your claim, which should include any medical expenses you have incurred, any wages you have lost, and any other damages you have suffered due to your injuries. This can include psychological damages, physical pain and suffering, and emotional distress. The suit should also include damages for any future medical or wage losses that you may suffer due to the accident. Once your claim is prepared, your attorney can help you file it with the appropriate court. The court will then review your claim and decide whether you are entitled to receive damages for your injuries. If the court finds in your favor, it can order the liable party to pay for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.

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