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Commercial boats are crewed by experienced men and women who know the water they’re on. The same can’t be said for every other boat on the water, and when an inexperienced boater puts themselves or others at risk, it can be too late to act by the time your crew...

If you have been injured on the water, you have probably already considered whether admiralty or maritime law, the Jones Act or some other area of law might cover your case. There is no question that the laws involving accident that occur on the water can be extremely...

For most people, a workers’ compensation case is relatively straightforward. When you suffer an on-the-job injury, you should be able to recover workers’ comp benefits. However, the system is different for those who work on or near waterways. Federal maritime law...

Compensation for work-related injuries and illnesses for those who serve on sea or river-faring vessels differs from the typical workers’ compensation process. You should be aware of filing deadlines to ensure you recover compensation for your accident or illness. The...