Sep 12, 2025 | Defense Base Act, Jones Act Lawyer, Maritime Law, Workplace Injury
The CDC reports that over 400,000 people work in the U.S. maritime industry, facing a higher risk of injury than most other workers. Tragically, the water transportation industry has a fatality rate 4.7 times higher than the average for all U.S. workers....
Aug 22, 2025 | Defense Base Act, Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are millions of workplace accidents each year, and they often result in serious injury. An explosion at a refinery often has catastrophic consequences. If you’ve been hurt, you’ll need more...
Aug 8, 2025 | Maritime Law, Workplace Injury
What happens when a legal dispute involves a ship at sea instead of a storefront on land? The answer depends on whether the case falls under maritime law or common law. These two systems operate under different rules, principles, and courts. So, let’s take a...
Jul 17, 2025 | Defense Base Act, Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are millions of workplace accidents each year, and they often result in serious injury. An explosion at a refinery often has catastrophic consequences. If you’ve been hurt, you’ll need more...
Jul 3, 2025 | Defense Base Act, Maritime Law
What happens when a legal dispute involves a ship at sea instead of a storefront on land? The answer depends on whether the case falls under maritime law or common law. These two systems operate under different rules, principles, and courts. So, let’s take a...
