The Dangers of Deck Winches Accidents for Commercial Fishermen
Deck winches are a vital piece of equipment on today’s commercial fishing vessels; winches are used to let out, adjust, and reel in the nets…
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What Is the Louisiana Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims?
If you’ve been injured in an accident that was caused by the negligent actions of another, Louisiana state law gives you the right to seek…
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New Orleans Bicycle Accident Lawyer Discusses Bike Laws
On Thursday, July 17, 2014, cyclist Phillip “Geric” Geeck’s life ended abruptly and tragically when he was struck by a tractor-trailer at the intersection of…
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How Do Child Support Obligations Affect a Personal Injury Case?
Child support is a legal obligation that requires a parent to provide financial support for a child or children after a divorce or legal separation….
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What To Do After a Car Accident
Unfortunately, most of us will be involved in at least one car accident during our lifetime. It’s important that you know what to do after…
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Bicycle Deaths in Louisiana Second Highest in the Nation
Bicycle deaths in Louisiana are an ongoing problem. During the years of 2010-2012, Louisiana ranked second in the United States per capita in bicycle deaths. There…
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Pedestrian Safety in New Orleans
Pedestrian accidents resulting in injury or death have been on the rise since 2011. A pedestrian, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and…
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Motorcycle and Bicycle Accidents in New Orleans
Motorcycle and bicycle accidents can cause debilitating injuries, permanent disability, or death. Of the motorcycle accidents that occur, approximately 1 out of every 5 victims…
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Small Aircraft Manufacturers Mask Causes of Crashes: Part 1
USA Today conducted an in-depth investigation into the reasons behind general aviation crashes involving small aircraft like helicopters and private planes. Their investigation revealed that the…
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Celebrating National Maritime Month: Skip Lambert Highlights the Industry’s Vital Role for New Orleans and Beyond
New Orleans, LA — As we mark National Maritime Month, the significance of the maritime industry, both locally in New Orleans and for the nation,…
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How Social Media Can Sink Your Maritime Injury Case
If you’ve suffered an injury in a maritime accident, what you say or do after the accident could have a big impact on the total…
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Top Ten Most Common OSHA Violations
In 1970, under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA’s mission is to “assure safe and healthful working conditions…
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US Court Upholds BP Settlement
Yesterday, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the $9.2 billion partial settlement for claims related to the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Despite…
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BP Faces Fines for ‘Gross Negligence’ that led to the Disaster in the Gulf
On Thursday, United States District Court Judge Carl J. Barbier ruled that BP acted with “conscious disregard of known risks” in the events that led…
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Preventing Barge Accidents: Some Tips to Help Barge Workers Stay Safe While On the Water
Barges are critical to the nation’s economy, transporting vital cargos between inland and sea ports. If you ask America’s barge workers, they’ll tell you that…
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How to Handle Man Overboard Accidents
Maritime workers face many on-the-job hazards; one of the most dreaded and dangerous is the possibility of falling overboard. Man overboard (MOB) accidents occur more…
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Distracted Driving: The Dangers of Technological Distractions
Distracted driving is the act of operating a motor vehicle while doing another activity that takes your attention away from driving carefully. There are many…
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Protecting Push Boat Workers and America’s Inland Waterways
You may not realize it, but our economic prosperity as a country comes from our ability to move cargo on the water. Push boat workers…
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Tugboat Accidents In The News
Tugboats are vital to maritime industries. They come in three basic types: oceangoing, harbor and river tugboats. Tugboats perform a variety of important services –…
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Thirty Years after Piper Alpha: Could Disaster Strike Again?
July marked the 30th anniversary of the Piper Alpha explosion and fire, the worst oil rig disaster in history. While safety aboard offshore rigs have…
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