Maritime work is some of the most dangerous work in the United States. Because of this, many sea workers are likely to run into an accident at some point in...
If you’ve been injured in a barge accident, the first step is to learn your legal rights under maritime law. From the conditions on the ship to the quality of...
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...
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...
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...
If you are an injured seaman in New Orleans, Louisiana, you may be wondering how long you have to file a maritime lawsuit. Though you may have heard that you...
Working on a boat can be quite lucrative, but it is often dangerous. If you do become severely injured, your initial instinct may be to visit your company doctor. After...
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...