If you are a maritime worker who has been injured offshore, you are protected by law and entitled to compensation. The steps you take after an injury will affect how quickly a maritime injury lawyer can resolve your case and secure the compensation you and your family deserve. This article covers: Who qualifies as a…
Losing a loved one in a tragic incident at sea is devastating, especially when the loss occurs due to negligence or misconduct. The Death on the High Seas Act offers a crucial legal pathway for families seeking justice when a wrongful death happens more than three nautical miles from U.S. shores. Whether the incident involves…
If you’ve been injured working aboard a vessel in U.S. waters, you may have the right to file a Jones Act claim under federal maritime law. The Jones Act is a powerful legal tool that protects injured seamen and deckhands, providing them with the ability to seek compensation for injuries caused by negligence or unsafe…
The United States Coast Guard responded to a vessel that ignited a fire during heavy weather last Saturday. The ship, Zim Kingston, was at an anchorage at the port of Vancouver when a storm caused a severe list, causing the loss of 40 containers overboard. Zim has confirmed that most of the crew were evacuated…
International shipping giant Maersk has suspended a number of crew members after allegations were posted that a student was raped during a federal training program. The incident occurred in 2019. The woman was 19 years old at the time and competing what is known as a ‘Sea Year’ – a mandatory program in which students…
