Since the advent of the novel coronavirus, many in the maritime community have been hit hard by closed ports and lockdowns. As essential workers, many continue to
If you are one of the many people who work in the maritime industry, you already know that this industry comes with higher risks than others. Yet,
Maritime workers face a wide range of potential risks and hazards whether working on oil rigs, cruise ships, cargo ships, docks, barges, or shipyards. One such hazard
The Commercial Instruments and Maritimes Liens Act (CIMLA) offers certain protections for parties that provide goods and/or services for the operation of vessels and which are not
Over the last few decades, technology has drastically changed the way business is done across nearly every industry. Advances in computing, wireless communications, and automated systems have
One of the primary reasons for oil rig explosions is due to some form of negligence. Negligence could consist of one or more factors. Depending on the
The Cabotage Provision of the Jones Act specifies detailed regulations on how passengers and goods are moved to and from United States ports onboard vessels. The provision
Maritime workers are a vital part of our country’s trade, tourism, and impact on the world stage, but, despite advancements in vessel technology and safety, it’s difficult
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