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Coast Guard reimbursement from passenger vessel owner, do you think they should pay for the cost of Coast Guard assists?

Another Coast Guard assist on a Passenger Vessel. Do you think the ship owners should reimburse the Coast Guard for the cost of assisting the vessel?

If I get sick while on a vessel am I entitled to compensation?

In 2009 the U.S. Supreme Court decided that any employer not taking care of staff illnesses would be fined and expected to pay sick crewmembers. Additionally no ocean marine programs are allowed to cover these costs; therefore the money would be coming directly out of the employer’s pocket.

Carnival Triumph Disaster Update

CARNIVAL TRIUMPH DISASTER UPDATE Disaster? Yes, disaster if you are on that ship with the toilets backed up, no air conditioning, having to sleep in the halls in a makeshift tent and no hot food and the food you get you have to stand on line for an hour. At present, tugboats are towing the ship to Mobile, Alabama. The Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board are setting up investigations. This engine room fire was very dangerous. What if a large storm engulfed the ship?

Find the New York Seastreak Ferry Accident Answers You Need Fast

Learn the answers to some important Seastreak Ferry accident questions and how to get your specific questions answered quickly by a New York maritime lawyer.

Recovering from the Haunting Scene of the Seastreak Ferry Accident

Were you hurt in the January Seastreak Ferry accident? Find out some details of your possible recovery from an experienced New York maritime attorney.

5 Maritime Safety Questions to Ask Yourself Before Taking a Job

New York maritime injury lawyers share five safety questions to consider before taking a new job and how to contact an experienced attorney if you are hurt.

Understanding Vessel Stability May Save Your Life as a NY Fishermen

Vessel stability is an important safety issue for commercial fishermen. Learn how you can help protect yourself and when to call a New York Jones Act lawyer.

What to Do When Mechanical Problem Causes New York Maritime Injury

Learn who may be liable if a mechanical problem causes your maritime injury and how to contact an experienced New York maritime accident lawyer for help.

Hurt in an Atlantic Storm While Fishing? Learn About Possible Recovery

Learn three ways a storm may have been predicted and how to contact a New York maritime injury lawyer if you’ve been hurt while fishing the Atlantic.

3 Symptoms Your NJ Maritime Attorney Doesn’t Want You to Ignore at Sea

Learn three symptoms of an injured mariner that should prompt a call to shore and when to call a New Jersey maritime attorney for help after an accident at sea.

Are Icebergs Still an Accident Risk for New York Maritime Workers?

Are maritime accidents with icebergs still possible today? How would you contact a New York maritime attorney if you’re hurt? Learn the answers here.

Why Call a New York Maritime Attorney After a Loved One Dies at Sea

Can a New York maritime attorney help you after a loved one dies at sea? Yes! Learn how a lawyer can help and how to contact one today to protect your family.

3 Signs You Are Talking to the Wrong New York Maritime Attorney

Hiring a New York maritime attorney is a big decision. Learn some tips for finding out if a New York maritime lawyer is right for you after an accident injury.

New Jersey Maritime Attorney Wants You to See a Doctor Before Injury

Are you considering a maritime job? Learn why your New Jersey maritime attorney wants you to see a doctor before you start and contact a lawyer if you’re hurt.

Could a Cruise Accident Occur in New York? Maritime Attorney Says Yes

A large cruise accident could happen off the US coast. Learn what your rights might be if that happens and how to contact a New York maritime attorney for help.

Who Can Collect Pain and Suffering After a New York Maritime Accident?

Do you qualify for pain and suffering damages after a maritime accident? Read this blog post to find out and learn how to contact a New York Jones Act attorney.

The Coast Guard reported today that the Fishing Vessel Mandy Ness capsized last night.

The Coast Guard reported today that the Fishing Vessel Mandy Ness capsized last night. The Coast Guard also stated that one person died and one was rescued from a capsized vessel about 10 nautical miles east of Barnegat Light late Tuesday night.

How to Prevent and Recover From Maritime Hanging Staging Falls

An experienced New York Jones Act attorney shares how maritime hanging staging fall accidents can be prevented and how you may be able to recover after a fall.

Hiring a New York Jones Act Attorney May Mean Recovery Without Court

Learn how an experienced New York Jones Act attorney may be able to help you recover damages for your maritime injuries without going to court.

Corinne Brown - U.S. House of Representatives member with No Heart, but Hand in the Pocket of Cruise Lines

Corinne Brown - U.S. House of Representatives member with No Heart, but Hand in the Pocket of Cruise Lines

3 Things that May Ruin Your New York Maritime Accident Recovery – and How to Avoid Them

Learn how to avoid three things that could ruin your potential maritime recovery and how to contact a New York Jones Act Attorney after a maritime injury.

Could Hours of Service Rules be Next for Towing Vessel Workers?

Does fatigue effect towing vessel safety? Should there be hours of service rules? When should you call a New York Jones Act attorney? Learn the answers here.

How East Coast Commercial Fishing Fatalities May Be Prevented This Decade

Learn common causes of East Coast commercial fishing fatalities, how a maritime employer can use that information and when to call a New York Jones Act lawyer.

How a New York Jones Act Attorney Will Help You Recover from Fatigue Related Injuries

Find out more about your rights if you’ve been injured by a maritime worker’s fatigue and learn when to call a New York Jones Act attorney for help.

The Greatest Risks Facing Commercial Fishermen

504 people died in US commercial fishing accidents from 2000-2009. Learn how they died and why to call a New York Jones Act lawyer after a fishing accident.