Month: February 2022

If you are thinking about taking a cruise on the Mississippi river or another inland waterway, you are part of a growing number of adventure seekers. In fact, according to USA Today, river trip purchases have doubled in the last year alone. While river cruise ships...

Maritime laws can differ from those on land. The Jones Act came into effect in 1920 after World War I, and it provides protections for those who work on maritime vessels. There are certain eligibility requirements that a vessel needs to meet in order to qualify as a...

The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act is the maritime option for injured workers. It is the alternative to the traditional workers' compensation program that does not cover this industry. The US Department of Labor explains the LHWCA is a federal law...