What Is the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA)?
There are many maritime laws that protect workers on vessels in coastal and international waters. For those who work on…
Barge collides with Old Mississippi Bridge
A tow travelling down the Mississippi River Thursday came to halt after one of its front barges collided with the Old…
Know Your Rights: FAQs About the Jones Act
The Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, is a federal statute providing legal rights to…
Navigating the Jones Act: How an Experienced Jones Act Attorney Can Help
The Merchant Marine Act of 1920 was created to help protect and regulate maritime commerce in U.S. controlled waters, as…
What You Need to Understand About Freedom of the Seas
The Freedom of the Seas is an international legal concept regarding non-territorial waters. It allows for ships to navigate the…
LHWCA Benefits vs. State Workers’ Compensation Benefits
The dangers associated with maritime employment are well documented. Personnel in this industry are consistently exposed to numerous threats to…
The Psychological Hazards of Longshoreman Work
If you’ve suffered injuries—physical or psychological—because of your work as a longshoreman, contact an experienced longshoremen attorney at Maintenance and…
Your Rights as a Longshoreman
If you or a loved one works as a longshoreman, you already know that such workers face risks that simply…