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...
Maritime workers often have demanding and dangerous jobs. They may be away from their families for days or weeks at a time and are at risk of severe injury or even death. Unlike those working in a land-based job, maritime workers may have more of a challenge securing...
In maritime law, two crucial pieces of legislation play a pivotal role in determining compensation for workers— the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) and the Jones Act. These acts, though related, serve distinct purposes, and understanding their...
Hypothermia can be a very dangerous condition. It is possible for people to recover, but this can also be a fatal condition, especially when it is not treated quickly. Hypothermia happens when your body temperature plummets quickly and your body cannot produce enough...
Dock workers play an important role in the shipping industry because they load cargo onto ships and unload it. These workers deserve a safe work environment so they can go home to their loved ones. Many risks come with this industry. Employers should have a clear...
There are a number of federal laws and regulations in place to protect and provide benefits to people who earn their living in the vast maritime industry. Probably the best-known of these is the Jones Act. Among the many things that this law, which is over a century...
