A mayday call was received at 12:10 a.m. Sunday from the Wind Walker, a 50-foot vessel with a crew of about five people, reporting that the boat was capsizing off Point Couverden, southwest of Juneau. After the call, the crew failed to respond to follow-up attempts by the U.S. Coast Guard. The Coast Guard immediately […]
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Commercial fishermen put their lives and personal health at risk every day for work to ensure that their communities have access to fresh fish. No one should have to worry about their safety at their place of work. Oregon State University and the University of Washington have collaborated through a research project to assess risk
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Fishermen are truly the backbone of America, with Alaskan fishermen in particular often facing dangerous conditions on the rough seas. Given the risks involved, it’s essential that you have protection and a safety net in case of injury while on the job. In this blog post, we’ll explain the Fishermen’s Fund and walk you through
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When dealing with maritime death claims, beneficiaries have several key remedies to consider, including the Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA), the Jones Act, and general maritime law. Death on the High Seas Act Under 46 U.S.C. § 761, DOHSA applies to deaths caused by wrongful acts that occurred on the high seas, beyond
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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 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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Shipyard employers have numerous state and federal laws they must follow to create a safe work environment for their employees. Anyone who oversees a shipyard and employs people must understand what important federal housekeeping regulations should be followed. It is the responsibility of a shipyard employer to take the appropriate safety precautions to prevent workplace
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On January 22, the Ilwaco Landing dock and fishing community suffered from a large fire, just days before the most important season opener for many coastal fishers. Stockpiles of crab pots were set ablaze, and many in the fishing community were worried about whether they would be able to recover in time for the start
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The Seattle Times reported that a commercial fishing vessel in Tacoma, Kodiak Enterprise, caught fire while moored in the Hylebos Waterway at Trident Seafoods early Saturday morning. Click to learn more.
