Maritime Law covers accidents on boats or vessels on the open water in New York, New York, and beyond. Natural factors include wind and turbulent waves, and human factors include lack of training or equipment maintenance oversight. Equipment failures may be natural or...
Maritime Accidents
Hazards faced by maritime workers
There are risks to working on ships and at seaports in New York and surrounding areas. Maritime workers are surrounded by hazardous equipment and extreme weather conditions, so they could face serious injuries. Slips and falls Maritime workers work at sea, so they are...
Your options for workers’ compensation under the Longshore Act
The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act provides compensation for any lost payments and health care services provided to maritime workers who are injured on the job. Their injuries must occur at work and in U.S. waters where vessels are being operated. The...
Investigating common reasons for maritime accidents
With more people on the water in recreational boating, safety becomes an issue. Residents of New York City and other nearby areas of New York may want to learn more about the reasons for maritime accidents. In 2019, the Coast Guard (USCG) reported 4,168 accidents that...
Reckless inactions lead to fatal ship collisions
A lack of communication is not a common excuse for a fatal car crash, but this problem is common for ships that collide with other vessels or objects on the water. The reason why they crash is because the ships send warnings that are frequently ignored. The NTSB has...
Why safety and upkeep is so important for at-sea vessels
Maritime workers in New York who are at sea most of their working time understand that the vessel is actually their home as well as their work environment. The boat is clearly much more than a mere work location for most. Vessels are also areas of constant activity,...
What are the most common types of maritime accidents?
Residents of New York who work on ships or shipyards can suffer injuries if an accident happens. While there are often safety measures in place, maritime accidents can still occur. These are some of the most common of those mishaps. Grounded ships One of the most...
Minimizing electrical shock injury while at sea
A new worker might be apprehensive about staying safe because ships have pipes and wires going in all directions. The Jones Act protects crew while working on complex networks and machines. Proper procedures minimize electrical shock, whether docking at a New York,...
What gases can pose hazards for maritime workers?
Maritime workers have some of the most difficult tasks in New York. There are many dangers these workers can face, including contact with unvented gases in enclosed spaces. It's important to know how to stay safe. What dangers do workers face working in enclosed...
The basics of maritime construction accidents
Maritime construction accidents can be even more severe than those that occur on land because marine environments and vessels pose unique risks and challenges to people working on them. It's important that New York employees understand these risks and how to avoid...