Commercial diving is an extremely dangerous job, where divers are at risk of severe injuries, health complications, and even death every time they work. Unfortunately, employers may try to convince...
Nobody expects to get injured on the job, but unfortunately, accidents happen – especially in dangerous fields like the maritime industry. An offshore accident, and especially an offshore crane accident,...
Deckhands serve a vital role in the maritime industry, and vessels could not stay afloat without them. However, like other offshore workers, deckhands face a variety of risks while on...
Maritime work can be dangerous, and sometimes even deadly, but brave Americans go to work offshore every day to maintain the maritime industry. However, it’s unfortunate that an offshore accident...
Not every state has the privilege of coastal views, which makes Louisiana unique. Because we border the Gulf Coast, Louisiana also boasts a booming offshore maritime industry. Unfortunately, accidents often...
If you’re a maritime or offshore worker, then chances are you’re familiar with maintenance and cure. Part of the Jones Act, these are some of the best workers’ compensation benefits...
Seamen in the maritime industry work hard for a living. Our team at the Maritime Injury Law Firm knows the pride that maritime workers take in their profession – as...
Too often offshore workers are injured on the job. Not only do they have to cope with life-changing injuries, but they also can’t work during the recovery process. Luckily, the...
In 1920, Congress passed the Merchant Marine Act. One of the most important sections of this law is The Jones Act. A key component of The Jones Act introduced protections...
The Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA) allows the family of offshore workers who died on the high seas (which is three nautical miles from the US shoreline) to...