Working in the maritime industry is tough, but that doesn’t mean your health and safety should be at constant risk. Unfortunately, many seamen are injured on the job due to...
Boat fires and explosions are some of the most terrifying dangers offshore workers can face. Surrounded by water, with limited escape options, crew members are often trapped when something goes...
Chemical burns are among the most painful and dangerous injuries offshore workers can suffer. Whether from battery acid, industrial solvents, or cleaning agents, these burns can lead to long-term complications,...
Maritime work can be dangerous, even for the most seasoned professionals. Whether you're on a tugboat in the Gulf or handling offshore equipment out of New Orleans, an injury on...
Working offshore in the Gulf Coast maritime industry is tough, dangerous, and often thankless. When injuries happen offshore, they can be catastrophic, and the steps you take immediately after can...
If you’re an offshore worker injured on the job in or around New Orleans, Louisiana, the physical, emotional, and financial aftermath can be overwhelming. These injuries don’t just affect you...
Maritime work along the Gulf Coast is challenging and dangerous. Injuries are not uncommon, and when they happen, workers often wonder what protections they have. Fortunately, the Longshore and Harbor...
Working on a boat in the Gulf of Mexico can be financially rewarding, but it’s also one of the most dangerous jobs out there. When injuries happen offshore, many workers...
If you’ve been working in the maritime industry for any length of time, then you know that kind of work demands your best. Even if you do your job perfectly,...
The Jones Act is the most comprehensive statute that protects workers on U.S. waters and ports. It was established in 1920 and later revised in 2006. At The Maritime Injury...