Maritime Law Blog

Coast Guard requires random drug testing of 50% of crewmen in 2010

The Coast Guard requires that maritime employers establish random drug testing programs for licensed crewmen. The Coast Guard recently issued its requirements for 2010, and in 2010, a minimum of 50% of workers must be tested. Maritime work is dangerous. When alcohol or drugs are involved, accidents can occur. If you’ve been injured offshore because a co-worker was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you have rights to compensation under maritime law. Call the New Orleans office of The Young Firm at 866-938-6113

Were you injured on an unseaworthy vessel?

If you work on a Jones Act Vessel, the vessel’s owner has a responsibility to maintain the vessel in seaworthy condition. If you’ve been injured while working on an unseaworthy vessel, contact Louisiana’s maritime experts at The Young Firm at 866-938-6113. We can help you get compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, rehabilitation and therapy, lost earnings and pain and suffering.