This summer we told you about Hot Coffee, a documentary that aired on HBO, exposing the truth about tort reform and the "poster child" for so-called frivolous lawsuits - the McDonald's hot coffee case. On Tuesday, October 25, the director of Hot Coffee, Susan Saladoff, was a featured guest on Comedy … [Read more...]
Oil Co. Facing $15 Million Fine for Jones Act Violation
Following is news coverage from Maritime Executive. Escopeta Oil Co. is facing a federal fine of $15 million stemming from the company violating the Jones Act as they transported a jack-up oil rig to Alaska’s Cook Inlet from Texas, using a foreign-flagged ship. Spokesman from Escopeta, Steve … [Read more...]
Halloween Safety Tips
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...]
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