Longshore/Maritime Accidents

The Jones Act, which is officially known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a set of laws that offer protections to individuals who work on vessels that are in navigation. These workers are known as seamen.  It’s important to note that not all maritime workers are...

Maritime professionals ranging from cruise ship employees to professional fishermen work in dangerous environments. Both the vessels on which they work and the ocean itself can create numerous hazards. One of the biggest safety issues involves going overboard or...

Don’t let the Texas heat fool you – the waters off the coast can actually get quite cold in the winter. While water temps tend to hover around 86F in July and August, temperatures plummet to about 53F in January. Those chilly waters bring increased risks to maritime...

Fatigue is a silent but dangerous contributor to accidents and injuries in various industries, particularly longshore work and maritime operations. These demanding fields require workers to juggle handling heavy equipment, operating in challenging weather conditions...

Longshoremen are blue-collar workers who perform jobs at harbors. Their jobs are partially terrestrial and partially maritime. While they may load and unload off of docks, they may also have to enter or access vessels. Therefore, there are substantially more workplace...

Maritime workers work under some of the most hazardous conditions, making them prone to workplace injuries. Danger is always lurking, from heavy machinery and equipment to unpredictable weather and rough seas. As a maritime worker, understanding your legal rights in...

Offshore work locations are rife with job hazards. Workers in maritime environments have to consider extreme weather, separation from loved ones and other risk factors when deciding if a job is the right option for them. They typically also need to accept a certain...

Whether it’s onshore or offshore, the consequences of accidents can be catastrophic. Nevertheless, it’s crucial to understand the key differences between onshore and offshore maritime accidents.  Comprehending each scenario’s unique challenges and factors can enable...

The occurrence of maritime explosions is a pressing concern affecting the shipping industry, the environment and human lives.  Understanding the intricacies of how maritime explosions happen is paramount for safeguarding against potential disasters and helping ensure...

Cruise ships are busy places, and there are usually a lot of people in high spirits onboard.  As usual in those kinds of situations, accidents can and do happen – and people sometimes end up going overboard. Unfortunately, the odds of survival once someone goes...