As a seaman, you already know that maritime work can be dangerous and unpredictable. You also understand that boat owners don’t always take care of injured workers. That’s why it’s...
If you work in the maritime industry in New Orleans, it’s important to understand your rights under federal maritime law, especially when it comes to sexual harassment and assault at...
The maritime industry is diverse, but one thing most offshore and maritime jobs share is risk. From heavy machinery to unpredictable conditions at sea, workers face dangers every day. Dredge...
The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, more commonly known as the Jones Act, was designed to protect American maritime workers. One of the most important sections of the Act grants...
The maritime industry wouldn’t function without dredge workers — professionals who keep our waters navigable and our environment protected. But just like many offshore jobs, working on a dredger can...
Working offshore is tough, and the risks are real. That's why strong legal protections exist to hold employers accountable when something goes wrong. But when it comes to recovering compensation...
If you’ve been hurt in a barge accident, the first step is understanding your legal rights under maritime law. The conditions on the vessel, the training you received, and even...
Deckhands are the backbone of the maritime industry. From maintaining equipment to keeping vessels running safely, their work is critical and dangerous. Unfortunately, when something goes wrong offshore, deckhands are...
Maritime work is some of the most dangerous in the country, and offshore workers put their lives on the line every day to keep the maritime industry moving. When an...
Workers in the maritime industry work hard for a living. After two decades of working in maritime law and representing injured seamen in Louisiana, George Vourvoulias knows the pride that...