Marine injuries happen more often than workers may realize. These injuries can be caused by slips and falls, equipment errors, explosions and other impactful incidents. These cause workers to suffer cuts, bruises and broken bones or in more serious situations, burns,...
Jones Act
Differences between Jones Act and Longshore Act
People in New York have many different types of jobs, but as New York is on the ocean and a major shipping harbor, there are many people who work in the industry. There are many different aspects of the industry and people have many different jobs within the industry...
We protect your rights under the Jones Act
Maritime workers perform essential jobs both on and offshore. However, working at sea presents many dangers, especially in cases of negligence. Our firm represents clients whose rights under the Jones Act have been violated, and who want to pursue damages for the...
Jack-up rig accidents can cause severe injuries
Workers involved in offshore oil drilling operations often must use a jack-up rig, a mobile type of oil rig platform that can be raised or lowered. However, working on a jack-up rig can be extremely dangerous and cause serious accidents. Some of these accidents occur...
What types of conduct must employers avoid under the Jones Act?
The Jones Act is an important piece of federal legislation that protects workers whose jobs place them on vessels in navigable waters. Workers in these conditions are not protected by the same laws as terrestrial workers, and as such require their own legislation to...
Responsibilities of an offshore employer
Maritime workers have unique jobs that often pay well but can be dangerous. Maritime employers have the duty to provide a safe workplace for their employees. If an injury occurs while an employee is at sea, then they are entitled to compensation under the Jones Act....
A brief overview of the Jones Act
Maritime workers in New York have numerous protections under federal law. One important law they should be aware of is their rights under the Jones Act. The following is a brief overview of the Jones Act. What is the Jones Act? The Jones Act is the federal law that...
Seamen stranded onboard during pandemic
The effect of the current global health crisis on seamen and seafarers has been devastating and often underreported. Not only are many prevented from leaving their ships, those that are able to leave are having difficulty with repatriation to their home countries due...
When can Jones Act protections come into play?
Jones Act protections are important for seaman injured on the job. It is useful for injured seamen to be familiar with when they may be able to receive help under the Jones Act and how to access the resources that might be available to help them through the challenges...
Fisherman have one of the most dangerous occupations
Each year, the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics compiles statistics about work-related injuries and deaths in the United States. Using these statistics, one can get a picture of which Americans are doing the most dangerous work in the country. It probably comes with...