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While working on a Jones Act shipping vessel, you slip and fall off of an unstable ladder. You’re shaken up and sore, and your fellow
Working on a boat can be a dangerous occupation. You may experience foul weather, dangerous chemicals, and heavy machinery that may create a hazardous situation
Once, a boat crew was running a “man overboard drill” on a Jones Act vessel and attempted to recover a dummy in the water. One of
Many seamen and maritime workers who are hurt on the job find themselves disappointed by the small amount of compensation they receive. Unless the employer
If you work as a seafarer or mariner and were injured at work, you have a right to file for compensation under the Jones Act.
Under maritime law, a maritime license like a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) is required for certain mariners working aboard merchant vessels. The MMC is required
As a maritime worker, you are covered by multiple organizations under the Jones Act. In addition to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration and the
Some maritime accidents are more complicated than a freak accident or a clear and obvious case of employer negligence. In some cases, an independent contractor
The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency upheld the $15 million fine imposed against Escopeta Oil (now Furie Operating Alaska LLC) after Escopeta
A third-party lawsuit may be filed under longshore workers’ compensation law to allow recovery from negligent parties with help from a Louisiana maritime attorney. The
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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