Maritime News

A 54-year-old tugboat worker suffered a fatal fall while working on his boat which was docked at the Houston Skip Channel. The man was working on the tug and fell as he was climbing a ladder to an upper deck.  The accident occurred at approximately 10:15pm on October 8.  He was found by a co-worker.  Paramedics pronounced the victim dead at the scene.  

The case is being investigated by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, but the death has been ruled accidental.

 
Tugboat workers do dangerous work.  Because tugboats are used to push barges and ships in busy channels, there is a high potential for injury.  Crews may be tired, reckless or inexperienced.  Injuries due to negligence are not uncommon.  

 
Injured tugboat workers are covered under Jones Act Law.  To find out more, order our free book, Employee's Guide to Maritime Injury Law

 
The lawyers at The Young Firm are experts in maritime and Jones Act law.  If you’ve been injured while working on the water, contact us at  866-938-6113 for a free case consultation.