Jun 14, 2023 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act, Workplace Safety
There are many risks and hazards to those who work in the maritime industry. To help mitigate risks and provide protection for workers, the United States has developed a series of maritime laws. One of those laws is the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, or OCSLA. The...
Jun 8, 2023 | Defective Product, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Product Liability, The Jones Act
The maritime industry involves working on ships and docks, and with machinery and equipment that have a lot of moving parts. When parts, equipment, or gear are defective, maritime workers can suffer injuries that can be life-altering. Defective maritime products are a...
Jun 5, 2023 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
Maritime accidents can lead to devastating consequences, including personal injuries, property damage, and financial losses. If you or a loved one has been involved in a maritime incident, you may wonder whether you have the right to file a lawsuit. “Can I file a...
Jun 1, 2023 | Burn Injury, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident
One of the most traumatic events that someone onboard a maritime vessel can experience is an explosion or fire onboard. Fires onboard a vessel occur quickly, are difficult to contain, and put the ship, and the lives of those onboard, at risk. There are many potential...
May 26, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Personal Injury
Under maritime law, “lost wages” refers to the compensation or damages awarded to an individual who has suffered a loss of income or earning capacity as a result of a maritime-related injury or accident. This term is commonly used in the context of...
May 25, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act, Workplace Accident, Workplace Safety
Like other areas of maritime work, fishing and fish processing are dangerous occupations. Fish processors must use a variety of equipment and machinery to complete their tasks. This exposes them to hazards, especially if proper safety measures are not followed, or if...
