The 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

Shoulder injuries are common in the maritime industry. Most of these fall into one of two categories, shoulder injuries caused by falling, and shoulder injuries caused by

Proving your maritime injury claim in court can be more challenging than a normal personal injury case. If you are injured in the maritime industry, you will

The commercial fishing industry employs more than five million people around the world, and the U.S. is a major player in this arena.1 These workers may be

A traumatic amputation injury is one of the most life altering events that a person can experience. Lost limbs like hands, feet, arms, and legs leave accident

Maritime 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,

Schechter, Shaffer and Harris, L.L.P.—Maintenance and Cure—has been named in the 2023 edition of “Best Law Firms” published by U.S. News – Best Lawyers. The publication’s format,

All 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