You will likely not have to go to court for your maritime injury lawsuit. Most do not go to trial. Instead, they settle before filing a lawsuit or during pretrial. Only a minority of cases go to trial – usually when the injured party and their employer or another liable party cannot resolve issues about …
Understanding what general maritime law is requires some background on how laws come to be. While many are set by statute, others come from common law, court precedent (case law), and judicial doctrine. This is how general maritime law came to be. It has grown and changed over time thanks to the influence of the …
All maritime workers have rights and options for legal action after suffering an on-the-job injury. However, not all qualify to take these actions or recover the benefits provided by the Jones Act. The Jones Act applies explicitly to qualifying seamen. So, no, not all maritime workers are covered by the Jones Act. The Jones Act, …
You can file a Jones Act claim against a shipowner under some circumstances. For example, this type of case could be possible if you suffered an on-the-job injury or a work-related illness as a worker on an oceangoing vessel. You may be able to prove negligence and recover compensation for your injuries against the responsible …
If you were hurt on the job, you may be wondering, “does maritime law apply to oil and gas workers?” The answer to this question is yes. You do have rights under maritime law as an oil or gas worker. You may be able to recover compensation for your medical care, lost wages, and possibly …
