Working on a sea vessel in New York is different than working at a job on dry land. In the former case, if you become injured on the job, you do not receive workers' compensation. Instead, if the Jones Act applies, you receive maintenance and cure benefits. At...
Month: February 2019
Who is responsible for cruise ship safety?
Several laws have been enacted to help protect the rights of those who work in the maritime industry, yet what about those whose time out on the open water is only temporary? When you embark as a passenger on a ship from Manhattan, you may face many of the...
Which accidents are likely on a cruise ship?
If you are looking forward to your first cruise, it’s not uncommon to be a little concerned about safety. But, not all accidents may be quite as common as you think.Here are a few things that should and should not be cause for concern aboard....
Fall from cruise ship balcony kills teen
Whenever accidents involving Manhattan residents occur over which there is a question of liability, culpability often comes down to the matter of who is ultimately at fault. Even in scenarios where complex legal issues such as maritime law are involved, simple...
5 Tips to stay warm while doing maritime work in the winter
As temperatures continue to drop and the wind off the Atlantic stays strong, the numbing cold is liable to lead maritime workers to an accident.If you work out at sea, here are a few ways you can stay safe during the winter. Wear layers (and lots of them)When...