Oct 4, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
The maritime industry plays a pivotal role in global trade, transporting goods and people across the world’s waters. This industry also provides more than two million jobs. Unfortunately, the maritime industry is dangerous, and often, workers are not covered by...
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...
Jul 26, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
The Jones Act, formally known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a crucial piece of legislation that grants certain protections and benefits to maritime workers in the United States. Designed to safeguard the rights of seamen injured while working aboard vessels,...
Jul 20, 2023 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, The Jones Act
Working in the maritime industry puts a great deal of strain on the body. Shoulder injuries are one of the most common complaints among maritime workers. An unfortunate reality is that many maritime shoulder injuries could be prevented with adequate training,...
