If you are new to working at a port or shipyard, one question you may have is what happens if you suffer an injury on the job. The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) provides benefits for certain injuries, and understanding how it works can help...
Harbor workers and longshoremen deal with many hazards at work on a daily basis. They share space with massive vessels and heavy equipment. Their jobs are physically demanding, putting them at risk of traumatic injuries and repetitive strain injuries. They are also...
Longshore workers and harbor employees have a profound impact on the domestic economy. They help ensure the smooth transportation of cargo coming in from international freight vessels and load domestic goods and materials for shipment abroad. Unfortunately, their jobs...
Harbor workers and longshore professionals who do their jobs at the docks are vulnerable to injury. All it takes is one missed step or the failure to monitor their surroundings for a serious injury to occur. Accidental contact with machinery can cause broken bones,...
Harbor workers and longshoremen are at risk of injury and death. Maritime careers tend to be relatively dangerous, even when compared with other blue-collar professions. Workers typically receive competitive pay and benefits because of the risks that they accept...
A back injury on the docks of Long Beach or carpal tunnel syndrome in a San Francisco office will need workers' compensation. The law you'll need depends on your job. Maritime workers get federal benefits through LHWCA, while most California workers follow state...
Working at sea comes with significant injury risks that can leave you unable to work for weeks or months. As a maritime worker, you qualify for maintenance and cure benefits when injuries occur while you're working. While this coverage helps with many expenses, it...
The Port of Oakland is changing. Automation is coming to the state’s docks, bringing significant changes for longshore and harbor workers. If you’re part of this community, you might wonder how it can affect your job security and safety rights. Automation isn’t a...
Physical injuries might be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about the risks of being a commercial seaman. There’s no shortage of news about injuries due to slipping on the deck or accidents due to winch failures and swinging cargo. The Jones Act and...
Maritime injuries go beyond current needs. They can also lead to lasting health and financial challenges. Maritime workers who work in risky environments may face various long-term issues following an injury at sea. Physical and psychological effects Injuries...
