As a sailor, seaman, and other maritime worker, you are entitled to a safe working environment. This encompasses many different things, from being provided with personal protective gear to security measures that prevent physical and sexual violence. Maritime employers need to recognize and acknowledge the…
U.S. Coast Guard crews are stationed around the country to ensure that as soon as they receive a call, they can move out. The Coast Guard responds to all types of accidents and injuries that occur at sea. They search for and recover people from…
On June 24, the United States Supreme Court ruled that injured sailors can no longer recover punitive damages in maritime injury cases. This means that if you sue your employer because you were injured as a result of their failure to maintain the ship in…
Commercial fishing accidents occur far too often in this country. During the period from 2010-2014, the Commercial Fishing Incident Database (CFID) recorded 188 commercial fishing fatalities, which averages to about 38 deaths per year. Most of the casualties are deckhands, who are exposed to the…
Working offshore can be financially rewarding, but it comes with risks. Maritime accidents during drilling are routine, and maritime injuries during drilling are common. Fortunately, offshore rig workers could be entitled to compensation when they get injured on the job. Your ability to sue depends…