Securing Justice For Maritime Injury Victims
Maritime employees face a variety of uncontrollable hazards. The weather, the conduct of sea life and the ocean itself can be highly unpredictable. Acquired skills, appropriate training and safety equipment can go a long way toward limiting the risk of injury or death...
The laws that govern injury and death cases on land typically don’t apply when the incident occurs on the high seas. There are two acts, the Jones Act and the Death on the High Seas Act, that govern situations that occur in international waters. There are very...
Cruise ships are often seen as floating paradises, offering passengers a chance to relax and explore new destinations without having to unpack more than once. However, traveling on these massive vessels comes with certain dangers. Passengers face risks such as...
Miami, Florida, is known as the cruise capital of the world. It is the world's busiest cruise port, welcoming millions of passengers annually. Florida is also home to several other major cruise ports, serving as home bases for cruise lines and popular stops for many...
Most hard-working Florida residents take for granted that they have basic financial protection in place, in the event that they sustain work-related injuries. Employers in Florida typically have an obligation to carry workers' compensation coverage to protect their...
There are many hazards associated with offshore employment. Whether workers have a job on a fishing vessel or an oil rig, they face dangerous work circumstances in the best of situations. During times of bad weather or when machinery malfunctions, offshore work can...
Container ships play a major role in the international economy. They allow for relatively quick and cost-effective transit between nations. One container ship can move thousands of individual containers across the open ocean for a relatively competitive cost. The...
Let’s face it – every occupation has its share of risks and hazards, and maritime jobs are no different. If you are hurt or if you contract an illness that is related to your maritime work, you may be entitled to financial restitution from your employer. The Jones Act...
Serious injuries happen all the time to workers on ships and other maritime vessels – and the right to “maintenance and cure” is one of the most important benefits that an injured seaman can have under the Jones Act. Generally speaking, to qualify as a seaman, 30% or...
In each area of law, there are landmark pieces of legislation and judicial rulings that heavily influence that part of the American experience. When considering maritime law, arguably the most consequential legislation that impacts this area of industry and commerce...