July 25th is World Drowning Prevention Day and aims to bring awareness to the ways we can prioritize our safety when on or in the water. Every year, almost a quarter of a million people’s lives are cut short by drowning incidents. As environmental changes impact the fishing industry, the demand for fish still grows, […]
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Maritime workers have a unique set of challenges and risks in their job. They can get injured on site, get seasick, and even end up lost at sea. If a maritime worker ends up lost at sea, there are important steps they must follow to safely come back to shore and receive the justice they
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On January 8, 2019, commercial fisherman and deckhand Joshua Porter went to work, scared of entering a dangerous storm off the coast of Oregon. That day, the entire crew drowned after the boat overturned in an unsuccessful attempt to sail through the Yaquina Bay Bar. Now, over five years later, the U.S. Coast Guard’s investigation
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Setting sail on a cruise ship is an exciting experience but, before you leave, it’s crucial to be aware of your legal protections regarding passenger safety. Section §44103 of the U.S. Code ensures that vessel owners or charterers are accountable for covering liabilities arising from accidents resulting in injury or death during trips. Understanding the
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Vacations, particularly cruises, are great opportunities for relaxation. Yet, lurking behind the allure of these voyages lies an often unacknowledged danger. According to a study published in the International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health in November 2020, researchers uncovered alarming statistics: between 2000 and 2019, there were 557 passenger deaths and 66 crew
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On Wednesday, May 22, 2024, a 73-foot fishing vessel crashed into a pier and several ships near the Ballard Bridge in Seattle. The Seattle Times reported that while the crash did not immediately appear to cause any injuries, at least five or six boats were damaged. The U.S. Coast Guard, Seattle Fire Department, and police
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Clear skies and warm weather in Washington State makes for the perfect time to go boating. Great weather means that there will be more recreational boats in the water than usual, increasing the chances of a boating accident occurring. If you are a recreational boater, it is important to understand what to do in case
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On Thursday, May 2, 2024, a federal judge handed down a four-year sentence for the captain of the MV Conception, which burned and sank in 2019, resulting in the deaths of 34 people. Jerry Nehl Boylan faced up to 10 years in prison after being found guilty of one federal felony count of misconduct or
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The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) is a federal law that protects maritime workers who get injured at sea or on vessels. This law grants compensation, medical care, and rehabilitation services to those who become disabled at work. As a maritime worker, it is important to know your rights in case an emergency
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On Tuesday, March 26, a 948-foot-long cargo ship leaving the Port of Baltimore crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing the bridge to collapse into the Patapsco River. With dangerous water temperatures, search and rescue teams are working relentlessly to find the six missing workers and have already rescued two other individuals. Maryland’s Governor
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