Hot Coffee is an HBO documentary that examines our civil justice system, by profiling four so-called “frivolous lawsuits,” including the now infamous McDonald’s hot coffee case. At the center of the debate is our country’s tort system. Until now, those who wish to reform the tort system have played … [Read more...]
Negligence and Unseaworthiness Illustrated on Deadliest Catch
Under the Jones Act, a seaman has the right to sue his employer for negligence, and/or the vessel and its owner if he can prove an injury was the result of 'Negligence' OR 'Unseaworthiness.' The difference between these two theories of liability, and what they mean, is one of the least understood … [Read more...]
Maritime Lawyer Helps U.S. Supreme Court Uphold FELA and Jones Act: Laws That Protect the Rights of Injured Railway Workers and Seamen
Los Angeles, CA – June 27, 2011 – The Law Offices of Charles D. Naylor, a San Pedro-based maritime personal injury law firm, is proud to announce that the United States Supreme Court recently issued a historic decision (June 23, 2011) that will help maintain the rights of injured railway workers and … [Read more...]
Understanding Jones Act Benefits
The Jones Act and U.S. general maritime law provide seamen with rights to receive compensation when they are injured or become ill while employed on a vessel. The Jones Act is a federal statute adopted by Congress in 1920. U.S. general maritime law refers to all of the maritime cases decided by … [Read more...]
Honoring the American Merchant Marines
Bravery and Heroism Continues Today On Saturday, May 22nd, I had the honor and pleasure of attending the National Charles D. Naylor and Arthur A. Leonard at the American Merchant Marine Veterans MemorialMaritime Day observance and memorial service at the American Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial. … [Read more...]
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