In 1920 the creation of the Merchant Marine Act set the standard for mariners injured while at sea. Also known as the Jones Act, it protects mariners since they are not able to file for wokers' compensation under maritime law. The Jones Act applies to mariners working...
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Can truck drivers avoid distractions?
As a professional truck driver, you need to make sure you avoid distractions so you do not get into a collision. You may think you are not distracted behind the wheel if you are not using your cellphone. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration,...
Is your construction site free of these electrocution hazards?
If you recently suffered a workplace accident, you may want to look into ways to prevent another one from happening in the future. As a construction worker, you likely already know your workplace has plenty of hazards. What do you know about electrocution hazards? The...
Louisiana’s maritime workers have rights
The maritime industry is one of Louisiana’s biggest employers. They spend about $3.5 billion on employment. An estimated 500 million tons of cargo go out from the state and through the Gulf of Mexico every year. They also have a responsibility to keep workers safe. If...
Injury-causing car accidents can happen in unexpected ways
It is an unfortunate reality that accidents are a part of life. Even if individuals had no direct intention of hurting someone else, harm could result from their actions if they are negligent or reckless. Car accidents can happen due to a seemingly minor mistake, but...
How can a brain injury make working difficult?
Traumatic brain injuries can stem from a variety of accidents, but the impacts that they cause are similar regardless of the cause. Victims' ability to work can be significantly impacted. Unfortunately, there are some brain injury effects that can prevent a worker...
Arrests made in boating accident that injured 4
Police in Louisiana recently arrested four people involved in a boat accident that injured several people. Of the four, one man is facing six different charges, including at least one felony. The other three men are all charged with accessory after the fact of a...
Louisiana could see changes to lawsuits for car accidents
No one wants his or her day to take a turn for the worse. Unfortunately, anyone traveling the roads is at risk of being involved in car accidents, and those incidents could easily have devastating and even life-changing outcomes. While many people choose to pursue...
Product liability claims could stem from work-related accidents
Families never want to receive the devastating news that their loved one has died. Of course, accidents happen every day, and in some cases, those injured in such events do not survive. Work-related accidents can easily have fatal outcomes, and it may be worthwhile...
Fatal car accidents highlight the fragility of life
Life is immensely fragile. Many people do not care to think about their possible demise and with good reason. It can be depressing to think about the possibility of death often, but even though many individuals prefer to keep it out of their minds, it is impossible to...
