Maritime Law

What does it mean for a vessel to be unseaworthy?

While individuals in many careers are considered at risk for injuries, workers in most occupations face hazards on nearly every shift. Even though there is overlap in several injury types such as broken bones, head trauma or toxic exposure, some occu… Read More »

The winch: a necessary and dangerous piece of fishing equipment

Among the pieces of equipment that commercial fishermen rely on is a winch. Usually consisting of a rope or cable powered by a motor, it is a tool used to wind in fishing nets as well as let them out. By adjusting a rope’s tension, the winch al… Read More »

Shrimp season opens and crews face potential dangers

Louisiana’s fall white shrimp season recently got underway bringing with it, optimism and hope of an industry bouncing back while still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. We have long known how important shrimping is to Louisiana’s ec… Read More »