Jones Act Employers and Medical Care Liability
The Jones Act covers a wide range of topics related to maritime law as part of the former Merchant Marines…
4 Steps to Take After a Cruise Ship Injury
With thousands of passengers on board, today’s cruise ships almost resemble floating cities. These are boats so big that they…
How Maritime Workers Are Exposed to Harmful Chemicals
Maritime workers must face hazardous conditions on a daily basis. To add to this, working at sea can also result…
Dangers of Commercial Fishing
If you’ve ever seen reality shows about commercial fishing, you can begin to understand what makes this job so dangerous….
Your Legal Rights as a Seaman – a Seaman’s Legal Guide to Maritime Law
The purpose of maritime law is to govern private, international, and domestic nautical matters. More specifically, these laws protect maritime…
Typical Injuries on Crab Boats
The commercial fishing industry has long been known as one of the most dangerous jobs you can have. As TV…
The Intriguing History of Maritime Law
Modern Maritime Law is an interesting combination of some of the oldest seafaring standards imaginable and new regulations that were…
ISPS Code for Ships: Essential Guide
The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code, or ISPS, protects ships and ports from being used in terrorist activity….