Apr 28, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident
The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) is a U.S. federal law that provides workers’ compensation benefits to certain maritime workers who are injured or become ill while on the job. The LHWCA covers employees who work on or near navigable waters in...
Apr 24, 2023 | Drowning, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Workplace Safety
Despite safety regulations, drowning is still a major concern for workers in the maritime industry. Working on or near waterways increases the risk of drowning incidents, which is amplified by factors like weather, human error, and equipment accidents. Drowning...
Apr 20, 2023 | Maritime Injury, Medical News, Workplace Safety
In the maritime industry, workers are often tasked with working around older ships, cargo bins, machinery, and equipment. Shipyard workers, in particular are at a high risk for lead exposure and lead poisoning due to the nature of their work. Despite federal safety...
Apr 17, 2023 | Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, The Jones Act, Workplace Safety
Repetitive use injuries are a group of painful conditions that develop from overuse of the muscles, tendons, and nerves in the upper body. These injuries are also known as repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) or repetitive motion disorders (RMDs). Repetitive use injuries...
Apr 12, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Workplace Safety
Maritime workers face hazardous conditions on an almost-daily basis. One of the primary hazards is toxic chemical exposure. Chemicals are used throughout the maritime industry for various purposes. Lax training, safety precautions, and protective gear when working...
Apr 11, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident
The maritime industry has many hazards and risks for workers in many occupations. Unfortunately, sometimes negligent or careless employers are the cause of accidents, injuries, and even deaths. When a maritime worker dies as a result of employer negligence, their...
