Aug 1, 2024 | Burn Injury, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, The Jones Act
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a report on the maritime fire aboard the Staten Island ferry Sandy Ground in 2022, which caused $13 million in damages. The NTSB identified a design flaw and crew error as the main causes of the incident, which...
May 16, 2024 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, The Jones Act
An incident this week in Galveston, Texas is causing concern among residents and authorities alike. A barge collided with a bridge pillar in Galveston, resulting in an oil spill in the surrounding waters and the closure of the only road to nearby Pelican Island. No...
Mar 19, 2024 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
Maritime activities play a crucial role in global trade, commerce, and transportation. However, with the vast expanse of oceans come inherent risks, and accidents and injuries are not uncommon occurrences in this industry. When such incidents happen, understanding...
Feb 20, 2024 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Safety, The Jones Act, Workplace Safety
In the vast expanses of the Gulf of Mexico, where offshore oil rigs dot the horizon and maritime operations hum with activity, safety is paramount. Louisiana, a state intimately tied to the oil and gas industry, has taken a significant step to enhance the safety of...
Jan 29, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Injury, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, The Jones Act
The offshore oil and gas industry stands as a vital pillar of the global energy landscape, providing the world with a significant portion of its energy needs. However, the inherently complex and hazardous nature of offshore operations places offshore oil and gas...
Dec 28, 2023 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
A near-miss maritime collision in the Panama Canal in October, 2023 is highlighting collision risks for cargo ships. The incident occurred when a tug boat was almost crushed between a cargo ship and the Agua Clara lock gate. In this incident crisis was averted,...
