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Jones Act Maritime Piracy

Deckhand Injury Claims: Here’s What You Need to Know

Deckhands are essential to the smooth operation of a vessel, but the duties of a deckhand can put them in…

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Maritime Injury Maritime Piracy

Coronavirus and Maritime Workers: What You Need to Know

Since the advent of the novel coronavirus, many in the maritime community have been hit hard by closed ports and…

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Maritime Piracy

Navigating Maritime Law After a Maritime Injury

If you are one of the many people who work in the maritime industry, you already know that this industry…

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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…

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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),…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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  • Offshore Accidents
    • Common Offshore Accidents
    • Common Maritime Injuries
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    • Oil Rig Workers
    • Military Sealift Command
    • Maritime Piracy
  • Maritime Laws
    • General Maritime Law
    • Maintenance & Cure
    • Maritime Acts
    • Admiralty Extension Act
    • Defense Base Act
    • DOHSA
    • Jones Act
    • LHWCA
    • OCSLA
    • Public Vessels Act
  • Attorneys
    • Matthew D. Shaffer
    • Jonathan Harris
    • Arthur L. Schechter
    • Adam J. Rosenfeld
    • Cynthia Huerta
    • Laura De La Cruz
    • Gabriel A. Gonzalez
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