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A Hard Lesson to Learn: Why Legal Representation Matters for Maritime Injuries

jonesactMarch 26, 2021Maritime Injury Claims, Medical Treatment

Captain Ray was on a tugboat offshore when he was severely injured falling down the wheelhouse stairs. He had major head trauma and was…

Arm and Shoulder Maritime Injuries

Arm and Shoulder Maritime Injuries

jonesactDecember 20, 2024Maritime Injuries

Maritime work demands a lot from your body, especially your arms and shoulders. Your upper body is constantly under pressure from loading cargo to operating…

Most Common Maritime Back Injuries

Most Common Maritime Back Injuries

jonesactDecember 17, 2024Maritime Injuries

Working in maritime industries comes with significant physical demands and risks. Heavy machinery, unpredictable weather, and strict deadlines create the potential for injury. Back injuries…

Does the Jones Act Cover Me if I'm Injured on a Moored Vessel?

Does the Jones Act Cover Me if I’m Injured on a Moored Vessel?

jonesactDecember 13, 2024Jones Act

Injuries on vessels come with unique challenges, particularly for those working in maritime environments. If you’ve suffered an injury on a moored vessel, you may…

A large container cargo vessel is beeing loaded and unloaded by large cranes in a commercial dock

What is the Saving to Suitors Clause?

jonesactNovember 8, 2024Maritime Accidents

When you’re involved in a maritime accident or injury, your legal rights are often governed by federal and state laws. One of the most important…

The image depicting seamen on board a merchant cargo ship during a fire emergency training drill, wearing firefighting equipment and handling a rigged fire hose.

Legal Advice for Seamen Injured Due to Non-Compliance with Safety Regulations

jonesactNovember 6, 2024Maritime Accidents

Working at sea comes with significant risks, and as a seaman, you rely on your employer to follow safety regulations to minimize those risks. When…

3D rendering of a court gavel resting on a book titled "Maritime Law." Conceptual design illustrating the intersection of law and maritime issues.

The Process of Proving Maintenance and Cure Benefits in Maritime Law

jonesactNovember 4, 2024Maritime Law

You can sustain serious or even permanent injuries at sea, but if you’re a seaman, you may receive maintenance and cure benefits. They can pay…

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The Young Firm is dedicated to advocating for injured maritime workers nationwide. If you were hurt while working offshore, on a vessel, or in a maritime setting, you deserve fair compensation to secure your future.

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