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There are many types of offshore accidents but when we discuss famous shipwrecks, we are referring to wrecks that resulted in the ship going completely underwater and, in most cases, un-salvaged. These wrecks were responsible for the loss of thousands of lives and billions of dollars in physical damage. It…

When you or a loved one has been injured in a maritime accident, it’s natural to want to learn more about Maritime safety law. Maritime safety or marine safety, focuses on preventing loss to people, vessels, and cargo at sea. In this post, we will cover: International maritime safety oversight…

The doctrine of unseaworthiness is one of the most important when trying to hold an employer accountable for an injury on the job. In this blog post we will discuss how this doctrine arose and how it can be used in a maritime injury case under the Jones Act to…

When most people hear the term maritime law, they picture shipping contracts, international trade disputes, or old admirals in courtrooms. But for millions of Americans who live near the coast, work on the docks, or even take a charter fishing trip, maritime law isn’t just about business, it’s the single…

If you get hurt on the job, you typically file for workers’ compensation. But for the men and women working at sea, the rules are entirely different. The Jones Act is a critical federal law that provides unique protections and rights to injured seamen, going far beyond standard compensation. This…

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Jones Act Maritime Arm Injury