Working as a deckhand aboard a maritime vessel is an arduous physical job. Deckhands are exposed to the elements for long periods. They are at constant risk of injury. Certain hazards are more prominent than others when looking at federal workplace safety data. The...
After your spouse, parent or child gets hurt on the water, you may feel confused. Their job title sounds simple. However, legal labels often feel like a foreign language. If you pick the wrong category, you might face delays in getting help. You deserve clear answers...
Since Congress enacted the Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA) in 1920, the surviving family members of deceased maritime professionals have had the option to take legal action after a tragedy. Traditional workers’ compensation protections do not apply to offshore work...
