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…
A Dozen Great Gift Ideas for the Seaman or Longshoreman on Your Holiday List
Lambert Zainey wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season! Yes, it’s that time of year again — time to buy those presents for the…
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…
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…
Preventing Maritime Back Injuries
Back injuries are one of the most common on-the-job injuries in any occupation, and the maritime industry is no different. Maritime work tends to be…
Top 5 Most Common Injuries for Longshoremen
Longshoremen and other dock workers work in ports and harbors all over the United States, unloading and loading cargo from ships, rail cars, and trucks….
Crane Accidents: Two-Block and Most Others are Preventable
Crane accidents are common in the maritime, industrial and commercial fields. Cranes are necessary and useful equipment but can be dangerous if operated negligently. OSHA…
Welding Fumes Injuries Can Occur Without Proper Ventilation
Welding fumes are a danger to any welder, especially when working in confined spaces that are often found on ships and offshore rigs. Confined spaces…
Common Shipyard Accidents, Hazards, and Injuries
Working on and around a vessel in a shipyard can be just as hazardous as working aboard a vessel on the open water. Shipyard work…
Contract Employees Working Aboard Vessels May Qualify for Jones Act Protections
As a way to save money, more and more maritime employers are hiring contract employees to serve aboard their vessels. If you’re a contract worker…
Offshore Injury: Unseaworthiness Claims
What is the “Unseaworthiness Doctrine”? Maritime workers face many dangers. Because of this, there are several laws in place that protect the rights of maritime workers…
Commercial Diving Accidents: Why Do They Happen and What Are Your Rights?
All maritime workers face on-the-job hazards, but some maritime jobs — such as being a commercial diver — are riskier than others. Why do commercial…
Head Injuries in the Maritime Workplace
Head injuries are common in the maritime industry due to the nature of the work. When working on a vessel, on a dry dock or…
COVID-19: What Rights Do Maritime Workers Have If They Get Sick at Work?
We don’t have to tell you that maritime work has always been risky. As you know, it’s gotten even more risky in the past couple…
The Hazards of Maritime Hot Work
All maritime work is potentially hazardous, but some jobs are more dangerous than others. This includes maritime hot work, which can result in serious injury…
Staying Safe on Ships and Offshore Rigs During COVID-19 Pandemic
The past few weeks have brought unprecedented changes to our daily lives. As our nation continues to watch and wait for what will come next…
The Role of VDRs in Investigating Maritime Accident Claims
When a vessel experiences an accident like a fire, collision or grounding, it’s important to be able to reconstruct the events that happened right before…
Preventing a Maritime Worker Drowning Accident
Drowning is a potentially fatal respiratory impairment resulting from being submerged or immersed in water or another liquid. Because it deprives the brain of oxygen,…
A Look Back At Some Of The Notable Maritime Industry News Stories Of 2019
As we continue into 2020, we’d thought we take some time to look back at some of the notable maritime industry news stories of 2019:…
Gangway Injuries: Make Sure It is Secure Before You Cross
The gangway is the name of the stair, ladder or bridge structure that allows access to and from the deck of a ship, boat, dry…