SS&H Named in U.S. News “Best Law Firms” 2023 Awards
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….
What To Do When Your Employer Fails To Report an Injury
Although working as a seaman on a ship or any type of maritime vessel can be a lucrative profession, it…
Potential Injuries Maritime Cooks and Ship Stewards Face
Maritime workers are not just those who navigate the ship, handle the cargo, or pull the fishing nets. Also included…
Everything You Need to Know About Asbestos Exposure in the Maritime Industry
Asbestos exposure has long been a concern for workers in the maritime industry. Rather than an 8-hour workday, they’re in…
5 Reasons to Always Report a Maritime Injury Immediately
There were 87 fatal injuries and about 11,000 nonfatal occupational injuries involving maritime industry workers between 2011 and 2017, according…
Everything You Need to Know About Maritime Head Injuries
Head injuries commonly occur in the maritime industry and can cause life-threatening and life-changing injuries. Accidental head trauma can lead…
Statutes of Limitations Every Maritime Worker Needs to Know
There are statutes of limitation for maritime claims, meaning there is a limited window of time during which you can…
What to Do if Your Head Is Injured While Working at Sea
If you sustain a head injury at sea, there are steps you should take to seek treatment, report the incident,…