Lawyers, Answer Questions  & Get Points Log In
Questions Answered by James William Alcantara
4 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime and Workers' Compensation for California on
Q: Maintenance and Cure, Jones Act applicability. Need Help

I was injured as a boat captain of a thrill ride commercial passenger carrying operation out of Miami. I slipped on clear steering fluid in the hull and smashed my head inside the hull of the speed boat. I sucked it up and continuing work. Next day first thing in morning, I was onboard with... View More

James William Alcantara
James William Alcantara
answered on May 23, 2023

If you were employed to work aboard the vessel and you were injured during your work, you have a Jones Act claim. You also have a claim for unseaworthiness. I assume the vessel was operating in navigable waters and not a land locked lake. You would have to file suit in Florida if that is where... View More

View More Answers

2 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime and Criminal Law for California on
Q: Why are the lower courts operating under a maritime law when we are on land how did they have jurisdiction on land

Why is it California judicial system violates the rights under the constitution of due process when the Constitution states anything that's adverse to the Constitution is null and void? And how is it that the police department is allowed to invade your privacy punish you without proper due... View More

James William Alcantara
James William Alcantara
answered on Nov 10, 2023

More information is needed to answer the Admiralty question. If a case is filed 'In Admiralty' it needs to be in federal court. A state court can hear certain cases and apply maritime law.

View More Answers

3 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime, Business Law, Collections and Probate for California on
Q: I did work on a boat and now the owner has passed how do I get paid?

This was an ongoing relationship and we were finally prepping the boat to sell while the client was in the hospital. He later passed and I had to give back the signed pink slip to his brother and I can not get paid no replies from anyone and I am still securing the boat.

James William Alcantara
James William Alcantara
answered on Sep 26, 2023

You may have a maritime lien depending on where the vessel is located.

View More Answers

2 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime for California on
Q: Hi, I am looking for the lawyer who speaks Chinese to help me do maritime thing. Can you help?
James William Alcantara
James William Alcantara
answered on Feb 25, 2023

https://chineselawyersnetwork.com/

They might be able to help you.

View More Answers

2 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime for California on
Q: What actions can I take if boat buyer hasn’t moved the boat out of the marina and I am been billed for the slip

I have already submitted the boat title transfer. It's been over 14 days since the transaction. The marina doesn't have billing information for the buyer and they say that I am liable for slip fees.

James William Alcantara
James William Alcantara
answered on Feb 6, 2023

Is the boat federally or state registered? Technically the boat can be arrested, but that would not be cost effective. But you can put a lien on the vessel and/or threaten arrest.

View More Answers

Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.

The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.

Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.