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The term “ordinary vessel” may seem to be lacking great significance, but in cases involving injuries suffered by individuals who work on ships or boats, it can have enormous importance. The Jones Act is a federal statute enacted to allow injured maritime workers to...
The U.S. Coast Guard and a good Samaritan vessel rescued for mariners after their fishing vessel capsized near Kodiak, Alaska. There are no immediate reports of injuries to the seamen onboard. According to a Coast Guard press release, at about 4:30 pm on Sunday,...
Whether you are a well-seasoned seaman or not, there is a basic expectation that the vessel you are working on is safe and fit for the purpose they are intended for. Unfortunately, this does not always occur. An unseaworthy vessel could cause significant issues at...
Three individuals were rescued and two were found deceased after a vessel capsized near Chichagof Island in SE Alaska on the evening of Tuesday, January 9. Shortly before 9:00 pm, the police in Sitka, a small town near the sinking, contacted the U.S. Coast Guard...
Maritime workers may be at risk for wrongful death caused by negligence, misconduct or unsafe conditions. There are several situations where this may happen, and their family members may be able to file a claim for compensation. Common situations Wrongful death at sea...