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Maritime Injury Library Articles

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  • Jones Act Seamen May Be Owed Benefits for Eye Injuries at Sea
    Jones Act workers can suffer a wide range of eye injuries at sea. A NY maritime injury layer explains how these accidents happen and how to get benefits.
  • Injuries From Vessel Collisions Are Covered Under the Jones Act
    Jones Act seamen are at high risk of collisions at sea. Discover why these accidents happen and who may be liable for injuries and deaths.
  • The Dangers of Personnel Basket Transfers at Sea
    Jones Act seamen are at high risk when moving between vessels and installations in personnel baskets, and shipowners may be liable for injuries and deaths.
  • Compensation for Maritime Workers Whose Vessel Struck a Stationary Object
    Crew members can recover payment for maritime injuries if they were hurt when their vessels struck a stationary object.
  • Liability for Maritime Injuries During Boarding, Transferring, or Disembarking a Vessel
    Crew members can suffer severe or even fatal maritime injuries during personnel transfers from vessel to vessel, vessel to platform, and from ship to shore.
  • Accident and Injury Risks Longshoremen Face on the Job
    Longshoremen have essential and dangerous jobs. Learn about the risks of longshoremen accidents and injuries and what to do if you’re hurt on the job.
  • Dock Workers Are Owed Benefits After On-the-Job Injuries
    Dock workers are exposed to numerous accident risks in the course of their jobs, and they deserve compensation when they suffer injuries at work.
  • Maritime Workers Are Owed Benefits After Capsizing or Vessel Disasters
    Vessel disasters are a leading cause of fatalities among maritime workers. Discover your compensation options after an injury at sea.
  • Fishermen and Maritime Workers Suffer Conveyor Belt Injuries
    Conveyor belts and roller tables can be extremely dangerous for maritime workers. Discover your compensation options after a maritime injury.
  • Maritime Injuries Caused by Cargo and Crane Accidents
    Top NYC maritime attorneys discuss who may be held liable for cargo and crane injuries. Click here to learn more.
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