The Structure of Maritime Security
Posted in Maritime PiracyAlmost everything on this planet and in our human world has some connection to the ocean. It affects trade, food, and entire economies. It dictates borders and
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Maritime Piracy and Foreign Policy
Posted in Maritime PiracyWhen we hear the word “pirate,” we tend to picture things like gruff seafarers searching for treasure or anonymous hacker types illegally downloading movies and software. What
Who Is Covered Under the Admiralty Extension Act?
Posted in Maritime PiracyThe Admiralty Extension Act extends maritime jurisdiction to include all cases where damage or injury is caused by a vessel, even if that injury occurred on land.
Which U.S. Waters Are Navigable?
Posted in Maritime PiracyAccording to the United States Army Corps of Engineers, navigable waters are defined as “those waters that are subject to the ebb and flow of the tide
Longshore Disability Benefits: Who Qualifies?
Posted in Jones Act, LHWCA, Maritime PiracyLongshore and harbor workers who are injured while at work may be protected under the Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act (LHWCA). It provides similar benefits to
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,
What Specific Damages Are Available Under DOHSA?
Posted in General, Maritime PiracyThe Death On the High Seas Act (DOHSA) is an act that provides protections for maritime workers and their families. The act allows the family to seek
Offshore Accidents: What Caused the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill?
Posted in Explosion, Maritime PiracyAmong the offshore accidents in recent history, the Deepwater Horizon explosion, and the subsequent oil spill, is considered to be the largest oil spill in history, as
