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Winch injuries can happen quickly and cause serious harm. A sudden release of tension, bad hand placement or equipment failure can crush fingers, damage tendons or cause nerve injuries. Yacht crew members face these risks while working, especially during long shifts...
Cruise ship pools can be dangerous when decks are slippery, supervision is limited or pool equipment is not maintained properly. If you are injured onboard, you may be able to bring a claim under maritime law. What duty does a cruise line owe? Cruise lines must...
Below deck, yacht workers may face dangerous confined spaces such as engine rooms, bilges and storage areas. These areas can have poor ventilation, limited access, low lighting or other conditions that increase the risk of injury. What makes confined spaces dangerous?...
Defective safety equipment can cause serious injuries for seamen working on Florida vessels. If faulty gear contributes to an injury, the worker may have legal options under federal maritime law. When can a Jones Act claim apply? A seaman may bring a Jones Act...
A tropical shore excursion is all sunshine and rainbows until a sudden accident occurs. In the chaotic aftermath, you might naturally assume the cruise line is legally responsible for your safety. However, the fine print often says otherwise. When is a cruise line...
A cracked hull can make a routine boat trip dangerous. Structural damage may cause flooding, capsizing or sudden impact, leading to serious injuries. Under maritime law in Florida waters, boat owners generally owe passengers a duty of reasonable care. Federal maritime...
Repetitive strain injuries can develop from the same motions day after day aboard a vessel. In some cases, a seaman who is injured while in service to a vessel may be entitled to maintenance and cure, even without proof that the employer was at fault. What injuries...
A serious yacht injury can disrupt much more than your next shift. For deckhands, stews, chefs and other crew members, one accident can leave you wondering how you will pay rent, who will cover your medical care and whether you will still have a job. Maritime law may...
Maritime workers often wonder whether they qualify as seamen under federal law. This status decides which legal protections apply after a workplace injury. Courts apply a two-part test, derived from federal maritime law, to decide who meets the definition. What the...
Miami’s scenic waterways attract boaters. However, this attraction can fade when you get into an unfortunate accident, especially when the boat operator was under the influence. This can affect your life and lead to injuries, medical expenses and other losses. In such...