Those working in maritime environments take daily life-and-death risks. One bad storm or one overlooked maintenance issue may be all it takes for a tragedy to occur in a maritime work environment. Families reeling after a tragedy involving an offshore worker may have...
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...
The loss of a loved one in a maritime incident is devastating and often unexpected. Families are left coping with grief while also facing unfamiliar legal and procedural challenges tied to maritime law. Because maritime wrongful death cases follow rules that differ...
After losing a seafaring loved one in California waters, you need clear answers. In the search for accountability, you will likely encounter two specific legal terms: negligence and unseaworthiness. While families of seamen can pursue these claims together, they...
Maritime and dock workers play a pivotal role in California’s economy. However, the nature of their work is also one of the riskiest and most dangerous, with regular exposure to harsh weather and heavy machinery accidents. Here are the five common types of injuries in...
Maritime work is highly demanding and often one of the most hazardous occupations, regardless of whether an employee is on open water, oil platforms or harbors. An accident can happen suddenly after a swift shift in weather, human error, fatigue, lack of training or...
The loss of a loved one is difficult. When it happens at sea, it can feel even more overwhelming. The "Death on the High Seas Act" (DOHSA) is a federal law that aims to help families seek some measure of justice and financial support after losing someone in waters far...
Working on the California high seas exposes you to various risks, including the perils of nature. But what if the worst happens and a calamity strikes, leading to a death that affects the vessel and the entire crew? In such tragic circumstances, understanding your...
When a person dies due to negligence or misconduct at sea, their family may seek justice through a wrongful death claim. The Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA) addresses maritime deaths. Here is a closer look at how DOHSA impacts wrongful death claims on the high...
Losing a loved one at sea is a devastating experience. It can be even more painful when you discovered that this loss is due to negligence in workplace safety. Understanding the legal implications can help you seek justice and compensation for your family member’s...
