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Working out at sea is dangerous. Even when you think you’re being as safe as possible, unexpected events can occur that leave you facing the risk of serious harm. And the damages caused by these injuries can be extensive, too. You’ll probably be left without the...
Readers of this blog know that we focus on maritime law. Indeed, as the premier maritime injury law firm in Alaska, Washington and Oregon, it would shock our readers if we focused our blog on anything else. And, in a prior blog post, we briefly discussed Alaska’s...
If you’ve been injured at sea, you’ve got a lot to deal with. The physical pain and suffering that’s been thrust upon you may be more than you can bear, and the emotional toll can be overwhelming. Making matters worse is the fact that the financial losses that you’re...
Maritime work is a prominent industry in Alaska, Washington and Oregon. These workers are accustomed to working in difficult conditions, expending significant physical energy and facing possible injury. The Jones Act is in place to regulate the shipping industry and...
There are many job opportunities for people to work on ships and in the shipping industry in Alaska. These jobs require hard work and are labor-intensive. They also usually involve the use of heavy machinery to perform various job tasks. Due to these facts, it is very...
Commercial fishermen, deckhands and seamen have a number of legal protections should they become sick or suffer an injury. The Jones Act, the doctrine of unseaworthiness and maintenance and cure each plays their role within these protections. As for maintenance and...