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According to reports from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, or NIOSH, commercial fishing is consistently one of the most dangerous trades. NIOSH reports that at least in one calendar year, commercial fishermen suffered fatal injuries at a rate...
When you are out on the water, your job doesn't end just because you are not actively working – whether you are resting in your bunk, grabbing a meal or stepping outside for air, life on a vessel doesn't come with clear time-off boundaries. So if you're hurt during...
Tugboat operations present unique maritime hazards that frequently result in serious injuries, fatalities and property damage. These specialized vessels, designed to maneuver larger ships in tight spaces, operate in challenging conditions with powerful engines and...
It’s never easy to lose a loved one. But it can be even more painful to know that your loved one’s death was preventable. Yet, that’s the case for the families of many maritime workers who die performing their job duties at sea. And these individuals can be left...
Working on commercial vessels off Alaska’s coast involves operating heavy machinery in challenging conditions. From fish processors and cranes to conveyor belts and winches, maritime equipment can pose serious risks. When an injury occurs due to machinery on board,...
There’s always a chance that your maritime injury case will head to trial. But hopefully you’ll be able to work with the defendant to find an agreeable way to resolve the case without the need for contentious litigation. While a significant number of these cases do...
by a maze of legal questions. Whether the tragedy occurred on a commercial fishing boat, offshore oil platform or cargo vessel, maritime deaths trigger a unique set of federal and state legal considerations. The precise location of the death, onshore, nearshore or...
Maritime workers already face many risks and hazards working at sea and should not need to worry about an assault by their crew members as well. Unfortunately, assaults against maritime workers do occur by other crew members, leaving lasting pain and trauma. The...
Alaska’s maritime workers spend weeks and even months at sea. While this can be an exciting and exhilarating occupation, it is one that comes with many risks and safety concerns. As such, federal laws were put in place to provide extra protection to seamen, providing...
Pot cod fishing supports many Alaska communities, but working aboard these vessels can be hazardous. Crew members face long hours, heavy equipment and rough seas, all of which can lead to maritime accidents. When injuries happen, knowing who might need a pot cod...