The following was issued by the National Safety Council. Halloween is a cherished tradition but the excitement of the night can cause children to forget to be careful. There is no real "trick" to making Halloween a real treat for the entire family. The major dangers are not from witches or spirits … [Read more...]
Legal Protection on Maritime Waters
Whether you are a passenger on a cruise ship or a seaman working on a vessel, you have legal protection if you suffer an injury. Below are two recent legal cases in the news illustrating such legal maritime law protection: Cruise Ship Rapes Causes New legislation to be Enacted A passenger assaulted … [Read more...]
Safety on Cruise Ships
Before embarking on a cruise ship you have to think about safety measures you should implement and the legal issues regarding safety. When you board a ship in the United States, it does not necessarily mean you have all of the legal protection as if you were on land. As well, once at sea, U.S. laws … [Read more...]
Workers Compensation – Jones Act Litigation and Defense Base Act Claims “In the News”
Jones Act Litigation – A Case of Negligence & Unseaworthiness On Dec. 21, 2010, deckhand Johnny C. Doll fell in an open manhole at night when working aboard a barge used by Boh. Bros. Construction Company in the construction of the new Interstate 10 over Lake Ponchartrain. Johnny C. Doll, Jr. … [Read more...]
Jones Act Protects Maritime Workers – Jones Act Legal Cases
The Jones Act provides protection to maritime workers that are injured on the job so it is important for maritime workers to understand their rights. Below are two recent legal case examples: Jury Rules in Favor of Ship Repairman who Suffered Serious Neck Injuries Gilberto Villegas was working as a … [Read more...]
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