Why Do Some Seafarers Quit Their Jobs at Sea?
While maritime workers reap high rewards, and the life of being a seaman is an appealing prospect to many young…
Top 5 Injuries on Fishing Vessels
Half of all marine accidents involve commercial fishing boats,1 research suggests, while, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC),…
The Top 10 Most Common Commercial Diving Maritime Injuries
Commercial divers work in a wide range of environments, including dive boats, oil rigs, offshore platforms, and barges. They perform…
Commercial Maritime Diver Injuries & the Jones Act
Working as a commercial diver in the maritime industry can be a fun and rewarding career. However, just like other…
Injured While on a Cruise Ship? You May Have a Personal Injury Claim
More and more people and families are discovering the fun and excitement of cruise ship vacations. They can board a…
What Are Maritime Necessaries Under the CIMLA?
The Commercial Instruments and Maritimes Liens Act (CIMLA) offers certain protections for parties that provide goods and/or services for the…
Does the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) Cover Onshore Injuries?
The Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) was passed in 1953 to extend protections afforded under the Jones Act and…
What Does the OCSLA (Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act) Cover?
The OCSLA (Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act) was created in 1953 by the United States Congress as a secondary measure…