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Well Safety and Ignition Sources for Oil and Gas Work

 Workers in the oil and gas industry face many daily dangers as they go about their jobs. Fires and explosions are among the most serious types of accidents that can occur. Because of the flammable nature of the materials oil and gas industry ... read more

Ship Owners Are Obligated to Provide Prompt and Adequate Medical Care to an Injured Seamen

 When a seaman becomes injured or ill while working in the service of a vessel at sea, it’s important that they receive the proper medical treatment they need as quickly as possible. Under maritime law, a vessel’s owners must provide ... read more

Common Causes of Fires Aboard Container Ships

 A fire aboard a vessel, whether at sea or in port, can be disastrous, severely damaging the ship and putting members of the crew at risk of severe injury and even death. One type of vessel that is particularly at risk of onboard fires is the ... read more

Third Party Claims for Dockworker Injuries

 Longshoremen, stevedores and other dockworkers load and unload the cargo transported by vessels. This work involves operating a number of heavy equipment, including cranes and forklifts. Like all maritime work, there is always the potential for ... read more

Skip Lambert Discusses Seacor Power Lift Boat Accident on New Orleans Radio

 Six people are confirmed dead and seven are missing and presumed dead after the Seacor Power lift boat capsized in a storm in the Gulf on April 13. Six people were rescued by the Coast Guard and The accident occurred about 8 miles from the ... read more

Maritime Workers and Amputation Injuries: What Are Your Legal Rights?

 We don’t have to tell you that maritime work is full of risks. When employers and employees ignore proper safety rules and practices, serious accidents can occur that result in catastrophic injuries. Amputation injuries are one type of ... read more

Dredging Vessel Accident Injuries: Protecting Workers During These Vital Maritime Operations

 Dredging vessels, or dredgers, play a vital role in today’s maritime industry. Dredgers are used to remove sediments and debris from the bottom of lakes, rivers, harbors, and other bodies of water. This is important to keeping a waterway ... read more

Maritime Burn Injuries: Why They Happen and Your Legal Rights After a Work Accident

 Burn injuries are among the most common — and serious — maritime accidents. These types of injuries can result in permanent disfigurement, disability and even death. Common causes of maritime burn injuries include: Fires Explosions Flammable ... read more

Underwater Welders Face Many Dangers

 Underwater welders play an important role in today’s offshore energy industry. They help construct, maintain, and repair underwater pipelines, the underwater sections of offshore drilling platforms, vessels of all types, canal locks and ... read more

Inadequate Training for Maritime Workers Can Result in Serious Maritime Accidents

 Working in the maritime industry often means working under less than great situations. For example, on a vessel, in a port, or on an offshore drilling platform. In such an environment, even minor maritime accidents can have big consequences, ... read more

Safety Tips to Prevent Deck Lifting Equipment Injuries

 Lifting machinery — gantry cranes, general cargo crane, provision crane, derrick, etc. — is used to transfer cargo and personnel in port facilities, aboard vessels, and offshore drilling platforms. They are critical in many maritime operations. ... read more

COVID-19, the Jones Act, and Other Notable Maritime News Stories of 2020

 As we head into 2021, we want to reflect on what a year 2020 was for the maritime industry. Here’s a rundown of some of the top maritime news stories of the past year:  COVID-19 Outbreak Undoubtedly, the biggest maritime news story of 2020 was ... read more

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