Wind energy accident claims, whether onshore wind farms or offshore wind projects, involve a complex overlap of maritime law, energy regulation, construction liability, personal injury, products liability, and insurance coverage. The law firms that successfully handle these cases, especially catastrophic injuries and wrongful death, are a relatively small and specialized group. Choosing the right legal…
Understanding where maritime laws apply is one of the most confusing and important questions injured maritime workers and their families face. Maritime law does not follow simple state boundaries. Instead, it depends on geography, vessel status, worker classification, and the specific statute involved. The answer can change dramatically based on whether an injury happens on…
If you are wondering what a maritime lawyer does, the short answer is this (at least in the context of maritime personal injury cases): a maritime lawyer helps injured mariners understand and enforce their rights under maritime law when an accident happens on navigable waters or in maritime work. That can include injured seamen, deckhands,…
Understanding the statute of limitations for various maritime claims is essential for seamen, dockworkers, and offshore employees who experience injuries or losses at sea. Maritime statutes of limitations set legal deadlines for filing claims under laws like the Jones Act, the Defense Base Act (DBA), and the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). “A statute…
Oil rig accidents are some of the most dangerous workplace incidents in the world. Operating miles offshore, crews face constant risks from explosions, blowouts, and equipment failures. Despite advancements in safety technology, history has seen several catastrophic oil rig disasters that have forever changed the industry. These tragic oil rig accidents not only resulted in…
If you’ve been involved in a maritime incident, understanding your rights under maritime law is crucial. Recent sea accidents highlight the importance of knowing how to claim salvage rights and protect your interests. What “Salvage Rights” Mean in Maritime Law In maritime law, salvage is the right to compensation for voluntarily saving a vessel or…
Commercial fishing is consistently ranked among the most dangerous jobs in the United States. Every year, an estimated 30–50 U.S. commercial fishermen lose their lives, while thousands more suffer serious injuries on the job. The leading causes of fatalities for commercial fishermen include vessel disasters, falls overboard, and hazardous weather conditions, while injuries often result…
The BoatLaw team enjoyed a great night out at the T-Mobile ballpark for Game 3 of the ALCS Mariners-Blue Jays series. While the Mariners did not get it done in Game 3, we have no doubt that they subscribe to the Ted Lasso “be a goldfish” approach and will bring their trademark approach of consistency,…
Firm founder Dave Anderson and partner Nick Neidzwski had an amazing time at the Mariners game on September 25, 2025 — and what a season to celebrate! The Mariners are in the playoffs and just won their division and a home playoff game for the first time in 24 years — proof that hard work,…
Losing a loved one at sea is devastating. Families who bring maritime wrongful death cases on behalf of lost loved ones must navigate federal statutes, complex jurisdictional rules, and tight deadlines in addition to navigating their own pain and grief. This guide provides an overview of legal options, discusses who may be liable in maritime…
