Sep 1, 2023 | Nonsubscriber Employers, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Workplace accidents are an unfortunate reality that can disrupt the lives of employees and businesses alike. When an employee is injured on the job, they often rely on workers’ compensation benefits to cover medical expenses and lost wages. However, in some...
Aug 7, 2023 | Nonsubscriber Employers, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
In today’s fast-paced world, where the workforce is the backbone of every industry, ensuring the safety and well-being of employees has become a paramount concern. Workplace injuries not only affect the affected employees but also impact employers’ operations, morale,...
May 12, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Workplace Safety
Maintenance and cure benefits are a form of compensation provided to seamen who become ill or injured while serving aboard a vessel. These benefits are a legal obligation for shipowners and maritime employers, and are intended to cover the basic needs of seamen while...
May 3, 2023 | Maritime Law, Personal Injury, Workplace Safety
The Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a federal law that regulates maritime commerce in the United States. The Jones Act also allows seamen who suffer on-the-job injuries due to negligence the ability to sue their employers for damages in...
Apr 28, 2023 | Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident
The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) is a U.S. federal law that provides workers’ compensation benefits to certain maritime workers who are injured or become ill while on the job. The LHWCA covers employees who work on or near navigable waters in...
