The laws surrounding deaths or injuries in connection with vessels are extraordinarily complex and very different from other types of cases.  We have been successfully representing maritime accident victims throughout the United States and in other countries for decades.   Now is the time to act.   Hablamos Español.

No matter where you live, no matter what vessel was involved, no matter what your job was, we can help you get the justice you need, including up-front maintenance and cure payments.   Now is the time to act.   Hablamos Español.

When what was supposed to be a fun boat ride turns into a disastrous wreck, regular personal injury attorneys do not know maritime law well enough to get you full justice.  We measure our success by how well we help our clients recover the money compensation they deserve. We are proud of our clients’ successes.   Now is the time to act.   Hablamos Español.

“Bass boat rooster tail?” The typical car or truck accident attorney has no idea what this phrase means. We do. That is the Berschler Difference: specialized knowledge and skill, getting justice for boating accident victims. “A rooster tail” is the plume of water shooting high from the overly powerful outboard motor of a very fast boat going throttle open. “Bass boat” is a shallow draft, fishing platform vessel typically used in fishing contests on inland waters.  We regular represent those injured when these boats lose control.   Now is the time to act.   Hablamos Español.

When that friendly passenger vessel, tour boat or ferry operator becomes your adversary because of a voyage related injury or death, we have the resources and skill to step up and achieve the justice you, the victim, deserve no matter where you live, no matter where the accident occurred, no matter where the operator is headquartered.     

Be aware of the very short period of time in which you must formally notify the operator of your claim or risk losing your case. Now is the time to act.   Hablamos Español.

We respectfully suggest that you allow us to help you with the practical matters of making your case successful while you work to stabilize from the devastating effects of your loss or severe personal injury. We recognize that wrongful death or severe personal injury accidents can produce substantial negative emotional or psychological effects. We have the sensitivity, skill and resources to bring you the justice you deserve.  Now is the time to act.   Hablamos Español.

When the Coast Guard asks for surrender of Merchant Mariner Credentials or TSA issues a Preliminary Determination of Ineligibility,  we have the skill specialize knowledge and nationwide reach to effectively pilot mariners to safe harbors. Now is the time to act.   Hablamos Español.

Did you know that maritime law has been protecting injured or sick merchant mariners for over 800 years? These benefits are due regardless of who is at fault and are payable as long as the employee is Not Fit For Duty. “Maintenance” is cash money for food and shelter. “Cure” is health care to get better. Let us help. Now is the time to act.   Hablamos Español