Jun 10, 2025 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Wrongful Death
On June 2, 2025, tragedy struck aboard the POLARIS, a U.S.-flagged Tidewater platform supply vessel, during offshore operations in the Atlantic Ocean. One crew member lost their life despite immediate emergency response efforts by onboard personnel and emergency...
Apr 21, 2025 | Burn Injury, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Wrongful Death
In the wake of a deadly vessel fire in July 2023 that claimed the lives of two firefighters and caused millions of dollars in damages, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a comprehensive report calling for sweeping changes to maritime fire...
Feb 17, 2025 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident
Fires on container ships are a growing concern in the maritime industry. These massive vessels carry large amounts of cargo across international waters, often including hazardous materials that can fuel devastating fires. The combination of tightly packed containers,...
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...
Jun 28, 2024 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Uncategorized, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Working on an oil rig is a unique and challenging career, often shrouded in mystery and perceived danger. These massive structures, often located far from shore, operate under extreme conditions, making safety a paramount concern. It is important that individuals...
