When you are a seaman and suffer an injury, the Jones Act can protect you against losses associated with that injury. This act may apply to your circumstances if you are a mariner. It is worth looking at where and how you can apply it to your case. Who does the Jones...
Injuries
Third-party liability in the workplace
Working at an industrial site is rewarding for many people, but some jobs pose serious risks. An explosion at a refinery can send heavy debris to workers down below, a builder can fall off of an unstable ladder, an accident at a petrochemical plant can lead to...
Who is liable for a commercial vehicle accident?
After an accident caused by someone driving a commercial vehicle such as an 18-wheeler, it’s important to recognize that there may be more than one person at fault. You may have a valid legal claim against multiple parties. You should also bear in mind that making a...
Spinal cord trauma resulting from a commercial vehicle crash
Commercial vehicles like semitrucks are responsible for some of the most horrific crashes in Louisiana, resulting in catastrophic injuries for occupants of passenger vehicles. Because of size, weight and limited awareness due to blind spots, even the most skilled...
Main maritime injuries and where they are likely to happen
Maritime workers are vulnerable to a wide variety of injuries on many types of vessels. These workers are not protected under the laws that apply to land-based employees. Instead, they can recover damages for injuries under the Jones Act. Commercial and cruise ship...
