Dec 22, 2023 | Jones Act Lawyer, Maritime Law, Workplace Injury, Wrongful Death
Since the days of the first global sea power, the Portuguese Empire, the maritime industry has been vital. It connects nations and facilitates the movement of goods across oceans. However, working at sea comes with its fair share of risks. Maritime injuries are not...
Oct 13, 2023 | Maritime Law
In 2022, there were 2,637 maritime incidents and casualties in the U.S., which explains the need for maritime accident lawyers. Hiring a reputable lawyer is essential for improving your chances of winning the case and helping you receive compensation. But if...
Nov 3, 2022 | Maritime Law
Did you know that 124,000 Americans, including 80,000 vessel crew members, directly rely on maritime trade for their livelihoods? You’re injured, and you need to find a lawyer who can help you file a maritime claim. Maritime law is complex, and if...
Oct 21, 2019 | Maritime Law
Did you know there are over 4.5 million work-related injuries each year in the US? If you’re a maritime worker, you’re probably all too familiar with the concept. Whether on a boat, ship, platform, or rig, there’s no doubt that working offshore can...
Mar 28, 2019 | Maritime Law
Under the Defense Base Act, workers have filed about 137,341 claims between 2001 to 2018. As a defense contractor, you may think you don’t have any protection when you suffer injuries overseas. The Defense Base Act protects civilian contractors during...
Dec 28, 2018 | Maritime Law
Are you one of the more than 13 million Americans that can attribute their employment to the maritime industry? An industry that generates more than $3 trillion dollars to the US economy warrants a specific set of laws and regulations. According to Duhaime’s Law...