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What are Lost Wages under Maritime Law?
Under maritime law, "lost wages" refers to the compensation or damages awarded to an individual...
Fish Processing Equipment Injuries
Like other areas of maritime work, fishing and fish processing are dangerous occupations. Fish...
Frequently Asked Questions about Car Accident Claims
Car accidents are physically and emotionally traumatic. In the immediate aftermath, it can be...
What to Do If Your Child Is Injured by a Defective Toy
As parents, our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our children. We strive to...
Maritime Aviation Accidents and Injuries
Maritime and aviation may seem like two distinct industries. But in reality, they are linked in...
What Fishermen Need to Know about the Alaska Fisherman’s Fund
Alaska's fishing industry is renowned worldwide, and the Alaska Fishermen's Fund plays a...
What are Common Head Injuries in the Maritime Industry?
Working in the maritime industry is inherently dangerous. Accidents and injuries are common –...
The Link Between Infant Formula and Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious medical condition that primarily affects premature...
FAQs about the Death on the High Seas Act
The Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA) is a federal law enacted in the United States in 1920....
What Maritime Workers Need to Know about Shipboard Fires
Maritime workers face many hazards in the course of their work. But there is, perhaps, no...
Am I Entitled to Maintenance and Cure Benefits?
Maintenance and cure benefits are a form of compensation provided to seamen who become ill or...
Neck Injury Risks for Workers in the Maritime Industry
There are many hazards to working in the maritime industry. Maritime workers are at risk for...
The Dangers of Benzene in Sunscreen: What You Need to Know
Direct exposure to UV rays from the sun can be harmful to human health. As a result, numerous...
Frequently Asked Questions about Crane Injuries
Cranes are an integral part of the construction, shipping, and maritime industries....
Offshore Accident Lawyers Discuss Common Offshore Accidents
Offshore work and production is a vital part of the American economy. Shipping, freight, oil...
Natural Gas Pipeline Explosions are a Serious Threat
One of the forces most destructive to humans is fire and explosion. Natural gas pipeline...
What You Need to Know about Jones Act Lawsuits
The Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a federal law that regulates...
Common Toy Defects and Related Injuries
Product liability claims involving consumer products are always unfortunate. When these cases...
Compensation for Maritime Knee Injuries
Workers in the maritime industry are well aware of the risks of physical injury in many...
BP’s History of Explosions Highlights Safety Problems in the Oil and Gas Industry
The Gulf Coast region is an important part of the oil and gas industry. In the Houston, Texas...
What is The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act?
The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) is a U.S. federal law that provides...
Two Deaths Related to Recalled Target Pillowfort Weighted Blankets
Weighted blankets have become increasingly popular in recent years as a way to improve sleep...
Frequently Asked Questions about Burn Injuries
Burn injuries are among the most painful and traumatic types of injury. Such devastating...
Drowning in the Maritime Industry
Despite safety regulations, drowning is still a major concern for workers in the maritime...
Things to Know about Recalled Rock ‘n Play Infant Sleepers
Parents know well the struggle of getting an infant on a stable and reliable sleep schedule....
Shipyard Workers at Risk for Lead Poisoning
In the maritime industry, workers are often tasked with working around older ships, cargo bins,...
FAQs about Traumatic Brain Injuries
A common (and often serious) injury that occurs frequently in personal injury accidents is a...
IKEA Recalls Blavingad Fishing Games due to Choking Hazard
Popular Swedish furniture and décor company, IKEA, is recalling one of their popular children’s...
Repetitive Use Injuries in the Maritime Industry
Repetitive use injuries are a group of painful conditions that develop from overuse of the...
BP Argos Platform Goes Live: Raises Awareness to Hazards in the Oil and Gas Industry
Oil production has officially begun at BP’s Argos platform in the Gulf of Mexico. While ramping...
What are the Most Common Injuries Involving Defective Toys?
As parents, when we purchase products for our children, we are putting our trust in the...
Toxic Chemical Exposure in the Maritime Industry
Maritime workers face hazardous conditions on an almost-daily basis. One of the primary hazards...
Overview of the Death on the High Seas Act
The maritime industry has many hazards and risks for workers in many occupations....
What are the ‘Systemic Risks’ in Offshore Oil Drilling?
Offshore oil drilling is an important part of energy production in the United States. Not only...
Hazards of Living Near an Oil Refinery
It is not uncommon to see news stories describing the harmful effects reported by people living...
Common Injuries Among Ship Breakers
Ship breaking is the process of dismantling old ships for parts or scrap metal. It is a...
Frequently Asked Questions about Workplace Injury Claims
If you are a worker in Texas and are suffering from an on-the-job injury or illness, you may...
Slip, Trip, and Fall Hazards a Common Cause of Maritime Injuries
One of the most significant risks for workers in the maritime industry is slip, trip, and fall...
What Maritime Workers Need to Know about Oil Tanker Injuries
Tankers are merchant vessels that carry liquids or gasses in large quantities. Most often,...
FAQs about The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act
The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) is a federal law that provides...
Common Cargo and Crane Injuries Sustained by Shipyard Workers
Every day, ports across the United States load, unload, and move cargo. To accomplish this,...
When to Call a Maritime Lawyer
If you work in the maritime industry, you are well aware of the potential risks involved in...
Offshore Accident Highlights Risk of Maritime Crush Injuries
Working in the maritime industry is risky business. Hazardous conditions, equipment and...
Maritime Workers at Risk for Hypothermia
Maritime workers face a variety of hazards on the job, including the risk of hypothermia....
Frequently Asked Questions about Jones Act Claims
If you are a seafarer that has been injured while working, you may have heard about the Jones...
Jones Act Lawyers Help Victims with Maritime Claims
Every occupation has its own set of risks, even seemingly safe occupations. For workers in the...
Exxon Expansion Highlights Hazards in the Oil Refining Industry
The oil refining industry in the United States is growing. In regions like the Texas Gulf...
Slip and Fall Hazards for Workers in Maritime Jobs
When you think about hazards in the maritime industry, slips and falls may not seem like as...
Offshore Injury Lawyers Discuss Common Offshore Injuries
Offshore workers are individuals who work in the oil, gas, and...
Most Common Losses in Personal Injury Lawsuit
If you or someone close to you has been injured due to the negligence of another party, chances...
Dallas Woman Accuses HMS CEO of Sexual Assault
Sexual assault is a traumatic experience that can have lasting impacts on victims and their...
FBI Investigating Record High In-Custody Deaths at Harris County Jail
The death of Jacoby Pillow in early January is this year’s first in-custody death at Harris...
Kherkher Garcia Filed to Represent 3 Injured Clients After Drunk Driver Crashed Into Restaurant
Dallas, TX - February 10, 2023 Trial Lawyer Omar Chawdhary Firm Partner at Kherkher Garcia, LLP...
18-Wheeler and Union Pacific Train Collide in Splendora, Texas Leaving 1 Dead
On Monday morning, February 13th, 2023 an 18-wheeler and a Union Pacific train collided near...
Toxic Fumes from East Palestine, Ohio Train Derailment Threaten 5,000
On Monday, February 6th 2023, a controlled release of toxic chemicals from train cars that were...
1-10 West Texas Icy Disaster 12 Vehicle Pileup Crash Multiple Injuries
On January 31st, multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a multi-vehicle pileup crash at...
Injury Lawyer for Non-Subscriber Employer Work Injury
Were you injured in a workplace accident and face the stress of mounting medical bills, lost...
4 Missing After U.S. Coast Guard Suspends Helicopter Crash Search
The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for four passengers who were on board a downed...
Two Dead and Three Injured in Hydraulic Line Rupture at Texas Oil Rig Site
On Monday night, a tragic incident occurred at an oil rig site in San Augustine, Texas. A...
One Dead After Railroad Explosion
According to authorities early on Saturday, November 5th, crews responded to a fire near 26510...
Texas Personal Injury Statute of Limitations
Personal Injury Law Experiencing any sort of personal injury accident can be an overwhelming...
What to do after you are injured in an accident
Steps to Follow after an Accident If you are unexpectedly injured in a motor vehicle accident,...
Hyundai Recalls 215,000 Sonatas for Fuel Line Fire Hazard
The latest Hyundai Sonata recall affects 215,171 2013-2014 Sonata sedans — most for a second...
Popular baby cushions recalled after being linked to 8 infant deaths
HOUSTON, TX - A large manufacturer of baby products recalled over 3 million lounger pads after...
