Losing a loved one in a maritime accident is devastating, and the legal process that follows can be especially confusing. Unlike many wrongful death cases that are governed by state law, fatalities that occur far from the U.S. shoreline may fall under a federal law known as the Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA). …
Who’s Legally Responsible When You’re Injured Aboard a Ship? A Captain’s Duties Explained
An injury aboard a ship can raise legal questions that don’t arise in ordinary personal injury cases. Whether the incident occurs on a commercial vessel, offshore support ship, cargo vessel, fishing boat, or another maritime vessel, determining who is legally responsible often requires looking beyond the immediate cause of the accident. While a ship’s captain …
What’s the Difference Between Jones Act Claims and Regular Workers’ Compensation?
Jones Act vs. Workers’ Compensation for Louisiana Maritime Workers If you work on a vessel in Louisiana’s maritime industry, you face serious risks every day. Offshore oil rigs, commercial fishing boats, and tugboats on the Mississippi River all present dangerous working conditions. Maritime jobs demand skill, endurance, and constant awareness. When an injury happens, the …
Understanding Jones Act Damages: A Comprehensive Guide
The Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, protects the rights of seamen injured while working on vessels in U.S. waters. For maritime workers in Louisiana, this federal law plays a critical role in securing compensation after on-the-job injuries. If you were hurt while working offshore, on a river, or aboard …
Admiralty Law/Jones Act Damages: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding the Jones Act and Maritime Law For maritime workers, the Jones Act provides critical legal protection after an on-the-job injury. As a St. Mary Parish maritime attorney, I regularly help injured seamen understand how this law works and how it differs from other areas of maritime and admiralty law. The Jones Act protects maritime …
Maintenance and Cure Laws in Louisiana
Maintenance and Cure Laws in Louisiana Maritime law provides important protections for injured seamen. One of the most critical protections is maintenance and cure. As St. Mary Parish maritime attorneys, we regularly help injured seamen understand how these laws work and how to enforce their rights. At Cueria Law Injury Lawyers, we guide maritime workers …