Business Details
Trusted Maritime & Personal Injury Lawyers in Michigan
Founded in the mid-1960s, Jaques Admiralty Law Firm has established itself as a leader in maritime and personal injury law. Our team of seasoned attorneys specializes in representing clients injured by asbestos exposure, toxic chemicals, and workplace accidents, both on land and at sea. With decades of collective experience, we combine deep legal expertise with a client-first approach, offering free initial consultations and operating on a contingency fee basis to ensure accessibility.Our practice spans personal injury, products liability, workers' compensation, and wrongful death cases, with a proven track record of securing landmark judgments. We pride ourselves on maintaining the rigorous standards set by our founder while adapting to the evolving needs of our clients.
Services
Admiralty & Maritime Law
Personal Injury
Products Liability
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in maritime and personal injury law.
- Our attorneys specialize in complex asbestos and toxic tort litigation.
- We offer free initial consultations with no upfront fees.
- Contingency fee basis ensures payment only upon successful recovery.
- Proven track record of landmark judgments in maritime and injury cases.
Services
Admiralty & Maritime Law
Our firm specializes in maritime law cases involving injuries on navigable waterways. We represent seamen and maritime workers exposed to asbestos, faulty equipment, or unsafe conditions. Our attorneys have decades of experience navigating complex federal Jones Act claims and General Maritime Law provisions to secure compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering.
Personal Injury
We handle personal injury cases resulting from negligence, including respiratory ailments, spinal injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. Our team pursues compensation through settlements or litigation, dealing directly with insurance companies to ensure full recovery for medical costs, property damage, and emotional distress while operating on a contingency fee basis.
Products Liability
Our firm represents clients injured by defective products ranging from automotive components to prescription drugs. We investigate design flaws, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings to hold manufacturers accountable. Cases include airbag failures, pharmaceutical side effects, and consumer product dangers, seeking compensation for medical expenses and long-term damages.
Workers Compensation
We assist Michigan workers injured on the job with workers' compensation claims. Our attorneys help clients obtain benefits for lost wages, medical treatment, and disability payments. We specialize in complex cases involving repetitive stress injuries, equipment accidents, and employer disputes while navigating evolving state regulations to protect workers' rights.
Wrongful Death
Our firm handles wrongful death cases resulting from negligence or recklessness. We represent surviving family members seeking compensation for lost income, medical costs, and emotional suffering. With experience in both maritime and land-based death claims, we pursue substantial settlements and verdicts while providing compassionate legal guidance during difficult times.
People
Robert E. Swickle
Attorney
Specializes in admiralty law, negligence, and personal injury cases with decades of experience representing maritime workers and injury victims in complex legal matters.
Donald A. Krispin
Attorney
Focuses on maritime law, products liability, and wrongful death litigation with a track record of successful verdicts in both state and federal courts.
Lori Ann Childress
Attorney
Handles maritime law, personal injury, and products liability cases with particular expertise in defective product litigation and complex injury claims.
Alan Kellman
Attorney
Practices in bankruptcy, insurance law, and products liability while supporting maritime and personal injury cases with comprehensive legal analysis and trial preparation.
Timothy A. Swafford
Attorney
Specializes in maritime law, toxic torts, and appellate practice with extensive experience in asbestos exposure cases and complex litigation matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Jaques Admiralty Law Firm specialize in?
We specialize in maritime law, personal injury, products liability, workers' compensation, and wrongful death cases, with particular expertise in asbestos and toxic tort litigation.
Do you offer free consultations for potential clients?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all personal injury and maritime law cases to evaluate your claim and legal options.
How does your firm handle payment for services?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay no fees unless we successfully recover compensation for your case.
What types of cases have you successfully handled?
Our firm has secured landmark judgments in maritime injury cases, asbestos exposure claims, product liability disputes, and wrongful death lawsuits.
How long has your firm been in practice?
We have been serving clients since the mid-1960s, maintaining our reputation for excellence in maritime and personal injury law for over five decades.
