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Common Injury Risks During Lifeboat Drills
Posted in General, Maritime InjuryAll large ships are required to carry lifeboats, to safely hold passengers and crew in the event the ship is damaged or sinking. Deploying lifeboats in an

Charter Boat Accidents: What Are Your Legal Protections?
Posted in GeneralWorking on board a charter boat is an exciting and fun career. Because you spend most of your time with the people you work with on board,


How to Get Your Sea Legs—and Land Legs Back Again
Posted in GeneralWorking or traveling on big waters can be an amazing experience, once you get your sea legs. Our bodies and brains adjust to our environment. The rocking,

What Does It Mean for a Boat to Be Unseaworthy?
Posted in GeneralWhen you picture an unseaworthy vessel, you probably envision a rusty or rotting boat taking on water. Of course, you would be right. Such a ship would

Typical Injuries on Crab Boats
Posted in GeneralThe commercial fishing industry has long been known as one of the most dangerous jobs you can have. As TV programs like Deadliest Catch have shown time

Admiralty Jurisdiction for Maritime Injuries and Damages on Land
Posted in General, Maritime PiracyThe purpose of the Admiralty Extension Act, or AEA, is to extend coverages for maritime injuries and damages on land. Prior to the passing of the AEA,