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Determining who’s responsible isn’t always straightforward when accidents happen on the open waters. In maritime injury cases, the concept of fault is pivotal in deciding
Dangers are part of daily life when a loved one works in maritime industries. Many jobs on docks, ships, and harbors expose workers to hazardous
Maritime law, or admiralty law, governs legal issues on navigable waters, such as oceans, seas, and major rivers. If your injury or dispute occurred in
What is the LHWCA? The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act was passed in 1927 to provide compensation to injured longshoremen and other harbor workers
What is a 905b claim, anyway? If you are a longshoreman or dockworker and you are injured while at work on or near the water,
Inspected and uninspected vessels have different laws and regulations that govern them. Whether or not a seaman is working on is an inspected vessel could
One of the most common issues that maritime workers face when filing an injury claim for an accident, whether it’s on oil platforms in the
If your employer has a Foreign Voluntary Workers Compensation policy, you may have additional rights that you’re not aware of. FVWC policies vary greatly, but
Most Americans working on overseas oil rigs and vessels typically believe that they are employed by the entity that issues their paychecks and W-2 forms.
When applying for jobs in international waters, pay special attention to vessels that may be flying Flags of Convenience (FOC). According to the International Transport
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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