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In the wake of all the bad publicity after the Costa Concordia tragedy, the cruise industry has announced that it will initiate a new safety
Injured in a no-fault maritime accident? You are still eligible for compensation. Seamen have dangerous jobs, and even if all safety precautions are taken, sometimes
Working in the maritime industry can be dangerous. Most Gulf Coast seamen work at jobs that involve physical strength, dangerous machinery and, of course, the
The Coast Guard requires that maritime employers establish random drug testing programs for licensed crewmen. The Coast Guard recently issued its requirements for 2010. In
In order to enforce safety regulations better and protect seamen who work aboard vessels, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Long-term maritime benzene exposure can affect an individual in numerous ways. When the chemical is inhaled over a long period of time, as can happen if
There are no caps on damages when pursuing a Jones Act claim. The types of damages that an employee can recover will depend on the
A Jones Act injury may turn out to be a ruptured disc, which could leave you sidelined for weeks or months, depending on its severity.
According to an article at MarineLink.com, at least 75 percent of marine casualties result from human error, and 16 percent of maritime casualties can be
While it’s mainly your employer’s duty to ensure workplace safety while employed on a barge, there are also precautions you can take to help decrease
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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