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Have you ever wondered about the rules that control what happens when someone gets hurt on a vessel or how certain shipping matters are handled? Many people in Louisiana spend time working along the Gulf Coast, so it is...
Category: Maritime and Offshore Injuries
When you think about working or traveling on the water, the risks may seem far away, but the truth is, that accidents at sea can change your life in an instant. Whether you work on a fishing boat or an offshore platform or...
Have you ever wondered what rules kick in when accidents occur on Louisiana’s busy waters? If you’ve spent any time around New Orleans, you’ve likely seen bustling river traffic, busy port facilities, and even...
Tropical Storm Francine Poses Risk to Offshore Workers As Tropical Storm Francine approaches the Gulf of Mexico, oil and gas companies are facing the critical responsibility of protecting their offshore workers. With Francine...
In a recent report, InterManager has highlighted a disturbing rise in enclosed space casualties aboard ships. This data has been submitted to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Sub-Committee on...
In a recent maritime incident, the U.S. Coast Guard successfully medevaced two men from a lift boat approximately 40 miles offshore from Marsh Island, Louisiana. The event underscores the critical importance of safety...
In the maritime world, the terms “maintenance and cure” carry significant weight, especially for a “Jones Act seaman” who has suffered an “offshore injury” or a “tugboat...
Are the financial benefits, flexibility, and adventure of a career working offshore appealing to you? There’s no doubt working offshore can pay quite well with some impressive off-time between shifts. However, offshore work...
Without a doubt, one of the best ways to spend a nice day is out on the Louisiana coast. Just a hop, skip, and jump away from New Orleans, sits some of the most beautiful waters in all of the Gulf of Mexico. In fact, all of...
When you are working on the open waters it can be dangerous. When you are injured on the job and you work in the maritime industry, you may qualify for a Jones Act claim or maritime claim. Deciding which type of claim you can...