If you are a seaman injured because of the negligence of your employer, you receive protection for maintenance and cure under the Jones Act. These are basic rights owed to you when you work in navigable waters on a vessel or offshore drilling rig. Explaining...
Month: August 2020
Are punitive damages available for unseaworthiness?
The U.S. Supreme Court is consistent in hearing maritime cases in an attempt to help further define maritime laws, which are rather general in nature and leave much up to interpretation by the courts. In a recent attempt to solidify laws regarding the ability to...
How common are overboard falls on cruise ships?
Taking a cruise can be a wonderful vacation that allows you to explore various locations in one trip. Cruise ships, though, often get a bad reputation when it comes to safety. One of the biggest fears is falling overboard. While this is a risk you take on any ship,...
Can a head or neck injury lead to spinal cord damage?
When most people think of how spinal cord injuries develop, back trauma comes to mind. This might result from a fall, a car crash or blunt force during an attack. Even a bullet during an assault might cause spinal cord damage, but what about when the initial damage...
Fixed ladder safety requirements
If you or someone in your family work in a position where they must use or work near fixed ladders, you may wonder what type of safety measures are in place to ensure their safety and the safety of others at the location. The Occupational Safety and Health...
Signs of chemical exposure illness
Whether you work in a refinery or chemical plant or live near this type of facility, you could be at risk for chemical exposure. For example, a refinery leak can cause significant illness for those in the immediate environment. Know the signs of chemical exposure...
