It is a well-known fact that maritime workers face great risks, even with extensive regulations and protective procedures in place. That’s why lifeboats exist to carry passengers and crew members...
Too many maritime workers lose out on fair compensation because of fear of the blacklist. Even though there are laws to defend workers against retaliation, many folks can’t be sure...
Nate Dugan was off-duty and in the galley of his Mississippi River vessel when it was struck by another vessel hauling 40 barges. Nate’s boat sank immediately, taking the lives...