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Cruise Ship Offshore Accidents and Injuries: Proving Negligence Is Important
Posted in Jones Act, Maritime PiracyTexas and other Gulf states provide easy access to cruise ships for fun and relaxing vacations. Yet, there are times when passengers could be involved in offshore
Trawl Winch Injuries
Posted in Jones ActMaritime workers employed on fishing trawlers have a much higher mortality rate than all other workers in the U.S. Part of the reason for this is the
How Do Pre-Existing Conditions Affect Jones Act Claims?
Posted in Jones ActIn the world of maritime law, Jones Act claims are quite common, but they can also be very complex. A particular issue that often arises involves pre-existing
Dock and Pier Accidents: What to Know
Posted in Jones Act, Maritime Admiralty LawLongshoremen and harbor workers perform essential duties in our harbors and ports. Large vessels are constantly arriving and departing docks and piers, loading and unloading cargo, and
Emotional Injuries Under the Jones Act
Posted in Jones ActThe Jones Act is maritime law that protects workers on US flagged ships if they are injured or become ill while in service to a vessel. Because
Common Occupational Diseases of Jones Act Seamen
Posted in Jones Act, Jones Act ClaimsMaritime workers commonly develop an occupational illness during the course of their career at sea. While most maritime workers are entitled to basic compensation while they recover,
