Dec 11, 2024 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
Sleep deprivation is a serious issue that can lead to a variety of problems, including impaired judgment, reduced reaction time, and increased risk of accidents. This is particularly true in the maritime industry, where fatigue can have devastating consequences. One...
Aug 26, 2024 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, The Jones Act, Work Injury, Workplace Accident
There are approximately 650,000 Americans who work at sea, with even more employed in ports and marine terminals. Government data estimates that the marine sector supports around 2.3 million jobs, although only a small percentage involve working aboard vessels or...
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...
Oct 16, 2023 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
A recent report from the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB), an organization in the United Kingdom, is shining light on the dangers of hypothermia in the maritime industry. The new report shows that maritime workers who fall overboard have, on average, 11...
Sep 21, 2023 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
Ports and terminals serve as crucial hubs for global trade, facilitating the movement of goods and commodities across the world’s oceans. While these maritime facilities are essential for the global economy, they also pose significant risks. Maritime incidents...
