(a) A pilot may bring an action to recover compensation for pilotage or services offered, including:
(1) pilot services rendered in accordance with Section 71.152 to a vessel in the jurisdiction of the pilot board of a navigation district in Cameron County;
(2) payment under Section 71.154 for pilot services available but not used; and
(3) payment under Section 71.155 for unauthorized pilot services.
(b) A pilot prevailing in an action brought under this section to recover payment under Section 71.155 is entitled to recover the pilot's court costs and reasonable attorney's fees.