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...
Sep 16, 2023 | Back Injury, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
Maritime workers face unique challenges and risks in their line of work, often requiring them to perform physically demanding tasks in demanding environments. Among the various injuries that can occur in the maritime industry, back injuries are among the most common...
Sep 11, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, The Jones Act
The Jones Act, formally known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a crucial piece of legislation that provides protection and legal remedies to seamen who sustain injuries while working aboard vessels in U.S. navigable waters. Filing a Jones Act claim can be a...
Aug 25, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Accident
The maritime industry plays a crucial role in global trade and commerce, connecting nations and economies across the world. However, along with its economic benefits, this industry also presents various challenges and hazards, with offshore fires ranking high among...
Aug 22, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
The maritime industry plays a vital role in global commerce and transportation, connecting nations through vast networks of seafaring vessels. However, this industry’s inherently hazardous nature exposes maritime workers to a range of risks, often leading to...
Aug 15, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
Dredgers play a vital role in maintaining navigable waterways, expanding ports, and reclaiming land from the sea. These heavy-duty vessels are equipped with powerful machinery designed to remove sediment, silt, and debris from the bottom of water bodies, ensuring safe...
