Adam Davis Law Firm

09/02/2026

We made a quick ice cream run this afternoon. The new Flying Dolly’s is a great addition to the Town of Abita Springs.

09/02/2026

We know the work because we've done it.
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09/01/2026

Jones Act vs. workers’ comp: What’s the difference if you’re injured 

If you’re a Jones Act seaman injured offshore, your claim is very different from a typical workers’ compensation claim.

Most land-based employees are covered by state workers’ compensation when they’re injured at work.

Mariners can fall under a different legal system.

Under the Jones Act, an injured seaman may pursue compensation when employer negligence contributed to the accident. Depending on the circumstances, an injured mariner may also have separate rights under general maritime law, including claims involving unseaworthiness and maintenance and cure.

Why does the difference matter?

A Jones Act claim may allow recovery for damages that traditional workers’ compensation generally does not provide, including:
    •    Lost wages and future earning capacity
    •    Pain and suffering
    •    Medical expenses
    •    Other damages resulting from the maritime injury

But these rights are not automatic in the same way traditional workers’ compensation benefits can be.
That’s why Jones Act seamen, offshore workers, and their families should understand their maritime injury rights before an accident happens.

If you’re injured on a vessel, report the injury, seek medical treatment, be cautious about detailed statements, and consider speaking with an experienced maritime injury lawyer about your rights.

We are Mariners representing mariners.

Have questions about the Jones Act, workers’ compensation, or an offshore injury in Louisiana or the Gulf Coast? Contact Adam Davis Law Firm to learn what rights may apply to your situation.
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08/27/2026

Meet Haley, Medical Records Coordinator and Notary at Adam Davis Law Firm.

Haley plays an important role behind the scenes—helping make sure the records and information the legal team needs are gathered and organized as they build each client’s case.

But what she loves most about her job isn’t the paperwork.

It’s the people.

She loves being part of a team that gets to help injured mariners and their families through what can be an incredibly difficult season of life.

And according to Haley, there’s one thing clients might be surprised to learn:

Just how much work happens behind the scenes.

Every member of the ADLF team has a different role, but they’re working toward the same goal: taking care of the people who have trusted the firm to help them.

Outside the office?

☕ Coffee—hot in the morning, cold in the afternoon
🌊 Anywhere on the Emerald Coast
🥘 Homemade chicken & sausage gumbo
📺 And Gilmore Girls on repeat

We’re glad to have Haley on the ADLF team.

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08/25/2026

After an injury, things can move quickly. Supervisors, claims representatives, attorneys, or others may ask what happened.
We suggest injured mariners avoid giving interviews or statements about the incident before speaking with a maritime lawyer.

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08/23/2026

Here’s something you won’t hear from many maritime law firms: Every attorney at our firm has worked on the water.

We were mariners first. Attorneys second.

Every attorney at Adam Davis Law Firm comes from the maritime world.

⚓ Michelle worked as an engineer aboard an offshore supply vessel in the Gulf of Mexico.

⚓ Adam worked aboard harbor tugs on the Mississippi River.

⚓ Ryan sailed blue water aboard commercial vessels.

And they still maintain their maritime credentials today.
They’ve stood watches.
Maintained equipment.
Painted vessels.
Worked long days and experienced life on the water firsthand.

So when an injured mariner calls Adam Davis Law Firm, they’re not simply explaining their job to a lawyer.

They’re talking to someone who’s done it.
That’s the difference.
Mariners representing mariners.
Every mariner deserves someone in their corner.

If you have questions about your rights—before or after an injury—give us a call.

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08/22/2026

Injured offshore? Don’t make this mistake.

You get hurt on the boat. It doesn’t seem that bad, so you finish the hitch and decide to tough it out.

DON’T TOUGH IT OUT! That can be a mistake.

If something happens onboard and you’re injured—even if it seems minor at first—report it and get checked out.
Some injuries don’t show their full severity immediately.
And if you wait days or weeks before reporting the injury or seeking treatment, you may later face questions about when, where, or how you were actually hurt.

Maybe the doctor says you’re fine and you go right back to work.

Great.

But if something is seriously wrong, you’ve taken the right steps to protect your health and document what happened.

Don’t let “toughing it out” keep you from taking care of yourself.

You don’t have to wait until you’re injured to understand your Jones Act rights. If you work on the water and have questions, talk with a maritime lawyer before you ever need one.

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08/21/2026

A common assumption after an injury.

We suggest injured mariners report the injury, leave work, and seek medical attention from an emergency room or doctor of their own choosing.

Understanding your rights early matters.
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08/20/2026

Injured offshore? Can your company refuse medical treatment?

Your company says they won’t pay for the medical treatment you need.

Now what?

Many injured mariners assume there’s nothing else they can do. That’s not necessarily the case.

Under general maritime law, qualifying injured seamen may be entitled to maintenance and cure.

“Cure” generally refers to the medical treatment related to your injury or illness, and the vessel owner has a duty to provide maintenance and cure when the legal requirements are met.

So if you’re injured while working on a vessel and your employer refuses necessary medical treatment, don’t simply assume that’s the end of it.

Know your rights before you accept “no” as the answer.

If you have questions about maintenance and cure or medical treatment after a maritime injury, talk with a maritime lawyer about your specific situation.

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08/20/2026

Welcome to the team, Matt Rogenes!

We're excited to announce that Matt Rogenes has joined Adam Davis Law Firm. A Tulane Law grad with a background in the North Dakota oilfields, Matt brings a strong trial record and deep commitment to fighting for injured mariners, workers, and their families.

"My goal is to stand up for working people who've been hurt by corporations and insurance companies." — Matthew Rogenes

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENew Orleans, LA – August 19, 2026 — Adam Davis Law Firm is pleased to announce that Matthew Rogenes has joined the firm as an attorney. Rogenes brings extensive trial experience and a deep commitment to representing injured workers and their families in maritime injury, pers...