Boating accidents happen along the ocean, river and other waterways near New Orleans’s Gulf region. While these recreational and leisure activities provide a getaway from some, they also may lead to tragedy and serious injuries for others. A boat strikes another water...
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Common Causes of Recreational Boating Accidents
Boating is a great hobby, and there are a lot of excellent places to boat around the state of Louisiana and the Gulf of Mexico. However, recreational boating can also be dangerous. In fact, boating is more dangerous than driving a car. Therefore, it’s important to...
Tips for Staying Safe as a Commercial Fisherman
Commercial fishermen have a fatality rate that is nearly 30 times higher than the national average, making commercial fishing one of the most dangerous professions in the country. And for those commercial fishermen who survive commercial fishing accidents, many are...
Is Carpal Tunnel Considered a Maritime Injury?
Commercial fishing is a dangerous profession. Choppy waters, inclement weather, and long hours are just a few of the hazards that commercial fishermen must deal with while on the job. And although it is common knowledge that maritime industry workers are prone to...
Can I Sue for Injuries Suffered on a Cruise Ship Shore Excursion?
Cruises can be a lot of fun. In addition to all the activities and amenities available on the ship, cruises usually offer shore excursions at different ports of call. In fact, shore excursions are a big source of profit for the cruise industry. Unfortunately, however,...
California Court Issues Bellwether Ruling on COVID-19 and DOHSA
Maa v. Carnival Corp. & PLC, 2020 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 172621 Factual Background In Maa v. Carnival Corp. & PLC, the United States District Court for the Central District of California held that personal injury claims arising from deaths caused by COVID-19...
Fifth Circuit Rejects Chevron’s Interpretation of Valladolid and Herb’s Welding in Recent Case
In Mays v. Chevron Pipe Line Co., the U.S. Fifth Circuit upheld a $3 million verdict to the wife and estate of a deceased employee of a subcontractor working on a platform in Louisiana territorial waters. The jury found that the employee’s death was attributed to...
Punitive Damages in Maritime Accident Cases
When a maritime worker is injured on the job, he or she may be entitled to damages. Damages financially compensate injured workers for the expenses associated with their injuries. Damages typically compensate victims for expenses like medical costs, future earnings,...
Common Causes of Boating Accidents
Boating is a favorite pastime on the waterways of the Gulf Coast. Boating is particularly popular in Louisiana due to its beautiful coastline, lakes, and rivers. Unfortunately, however, boating accidents are common in the Gulf Coast region. Boating enthusiasts can be...
Common Cruise Ship Passenger Accidents and Injuries
Cruises are an extremely popular vacation option, and it’s easy to see why: they offer passengers top-notch entertainment, great food and drinks, excellent accommodations, and a chance to travel to exotic locations all over the world. Unfortunately, however, cruises...
