What You Should Know Before Becoming a Maritime Worker
Posted in Maritime, Maritime InjuryMany men and women feel the call of the sea and wonder how to join the industries of ocean shipping, research, exploration, mineral mining, or oil drilling.
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Why Do Some Seafarers Quit Their Jobs at Sea?
Posted in Maritime, Maritime Admiralty LawWhile maritime workers reap high rewards, and the life of being a seaman is an appealing prospect to many young people, there are problems faced by seafarers
The 5 Most Common Maritime Toxic Chemical Exposures Maritime Workers Face
Posted in Maritime, Maritime PiracyMaritime 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
What Is the Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens Act?
Posted in Maritime, Maritime InjuryMaritime law is a tricky business. Ships have been around for much longer than cars and planes, and so, too, the laws that surround them. Most of
Can “Best Efforts” Provisions Be Enforced in Maritime Contracts?
Posted in Maritime“Best Efforts” provisions have been a part of contracts between companies and businesses of all sizes in all industries, not just the maritime industry. The purpose of
What Is the Maritime Collateral-Source Rule Used in Maritime Admiralty Law?
Posted in Maritime, Maritime Admiralty LawThe Maritime Collateral-Source Rule used in Maritime Admiralty Law claims to protect the plaintiff or defendant from experiencing a windfall. Variations of this rule are also used
Who Is Liable for Admiralty and Maritime Law OCSLA Violations?
Posted in Maritime, Maritime Admiralty Law, OCSLAThe Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) was created in 1953 to extend certain protections to offshore lands within a distance of three miles. The OCSLA was
What Workers Need to Know About Offshore Drilling
Posted in Maritime, Maritime Injury, Offshore DrillingIf you work in offshore drilling or are interested in pursuing a career as an oil rig employee, it’s important that you know the risks involved and
