The Jones Act statue of limitations gives injured maritime workers 3 years from the date of injury to file a negligence lawsuit. This strict federal deadline cannot be extended in most cases. Miss it and you permanently lose your right to compensation, no matter how strong your case. Under the … [Read more...]
How to Sue For Maritime Injury in California
After an accident at sea, on a harbor tug, or a cruise ship sailing from Long Beach, it can be hard to know how to sue for maritime injury in California. The rules are not at all like regular state personal injury law. Instead, a mix of federal regulations, centuries-old admiralty … [Read more...]
How Dangerous is Oil Rig Work?
If you've ever wondered how dangerous oil rig work is, the stark reality is that it ranks among the most perilous occupations in the United States. People working on these sometimes isolated sites generally do long shifts, perform physically strenuous activities, and are constantly surrounded by … [Read more...]
How Does The Jones Act Affect Cruise Ships?
The question of how does the Jones Act affect cruise ships boils down to a rule about where foreign-flagged ships can take passengers. They really cannot simply cruise between two American ports without stopping somewhere else first. Consider cruises to Alaska from Long Beach or the Port … [Read more...]
Why is Underwater Welding So Dangerous?
Underwater welding is one of the most perilous occupations in the maritime industry, and many wonder why Underwater Welding is so dangerous. The risks associated with underwater welding are particularly relevant in Long Beach, California, a hub for maritime operations and ship … [Read more...]
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