How Do Bridge Allisions Occur?
Allisions are among the most serious and costly inland waterway accidents. When a river vessel strikes a structure like a bridge, the results can be…
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Dangers Commonly Faced by Shipbuilders
Shipbuilding is a dynamic industry that is essential to the strength and growth of the United States, and it plays a key role in our…
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A Review of the Top Maritime News Stories of 2021
To say 2021 has been an eventful year for the maritime industry would be an understatement. A lot has happened this past year; COVID-19, hurricanes,…
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Are Maritime Injury Settlements Taxable?
If you’re a maritime worker who was injured in an on-the-job injury that resulted from the careless actions of a co-worker or employer, the Jones…
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How Do I Change Careers After a Maritime Injury?
The Jones Act, Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), and other maritime laws provide disability benefits to maritime workers who have been injured on…
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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…
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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…
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Maritime Workers and PTSD
PTSD is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident,…
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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…
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Common Causes of Maritime Crane Accidents and How to Avoid Them
Crane accidents are unfortunately all too common in the maritime industry. Cranes are large and heavy machines, and they are often used to move heavy…
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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…
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