Maritime Law Blog

Common Equipment Accidents aboard Commercial Barges

The equipment used aboard commercial barges can cause hazards resulting in a ship accident. Call 1-866-938-6113 or 504-680-4100 for maritime injury claim help.

Common Vessels that May Be Unseaworthy in Jones Act Claims

Only certain vessels will qualify under the Jones Act as eligible for a claim of unseaworthiness. For Jones Act claims, call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

7 Conditions that May Signal an Unseaworthy Vessel in Jones Act Claims

If you work on a vessel used in a maritime profession, watch for signs of unseaworthiness. For Jones Act claims, call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

Offshore Rigs on Gulf Outer Continental Shelf Increased End of 2011

The number of oil rigs on the OCS is rebounding since the moratorium on deep-water drilling. Injured rig workers can call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

Are You Safe in Your Louisiana Shipyard Abrasive Blasting Job?

Louisiana shipyard employees have the right to safe abrasive blasting work. A New Orleans expert lists safety measures to look for on the job.

Are You Safe Working on a Gulf Coast Vessel? NTSB Says NO

A three-vessel collision on the Gulf Coast brings NTSB recommendations for the safety of all Jones Act seamen. A Louisiana Maritime law expert explains.

Know Your Rights as a Gulf Coast Worker in Confined Spaces

Gulf of Mexico work in confined spaces on ships is dangerous. A New Orleans maritime law specialist explains your options.

Violations of BOEMRE Safety Inspections

If your employer violates BOEMRE safety rules, they can be cited and incur fines. For help with offshore oil rig injury, call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

Tips for Hurricane Safety While Working on a Boat

Offshore accidents increase during the peak of hurricanes season, be prepared for a storm at sea. For maritime injury claims, call – 866-938-6113.

BOEMRE Matters to Your Offshore Oil Rig Explosion Injury

What is BOEMRE, and why does it matter when you’ve been injured in an offshore oil rig explosion? For these answers, call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

Preventing Offshore Hand Injuries

A hand injury is both painful and inconvenient, but hand injuries are among the most common on-the-job injuries suffered by seamen. Learn more.

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.