A Guide to Proving a Maritime Injury Claim
Proving your maritime injury claim in court can be more challenging than a normal personal injury case. If you are…
Commercial Fish Processing Equipment Accidents
The commercial fishing industry employs more than five million people around the world, and the U.S. is a major player…
Maritime Accidents: Lost Limbs and Amputation
A traumatic amputation injury is one of the most life altering events that a person can experience. Lost limbs like…
Common Occupational Diseases of Jones Act Seamen
Maritime workers commonly develop an occupational illness during the course of their career at sea. While most maritime workers are…
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….
Common Injury Risks During Lifeboat Drills
All large ships are required to carry lifeboats, to safely hold passengers and crew in the event the ship is…
Lack of Medical Equipment on Vessels: Know Your Rights
When maritime workers are injured at sea, shipowners have a duty to provide prompt and adequate medical care. If a…
10 Most Common Dredge Worker Injuries
Have you been injured while working on a dredger ship? Dredging vessels use power mechanical equipment, high pressure water, and…