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Maritime work is known for its demanding nature, with lots of long hours and hazardous conditions. Injuries are, unfortunately, quite common, which makes a seaman’s right to benefits under the Jones Act a critical benefit. The primary goal of the Jones Act is to...
Professionals who work on railroads across the country accept quite a bit of risk related to their employment. Whether they perform maintenance at a specific facility or travel with the trains, there are many things that can go wrong and lead to severe or fatal injury...
Workers get hurt every day on the job, and many of them are afraid to speak up when they do. Even though most people know that state and federal law are supposed to protect them after a work injury, they may, understandably, worry about asserting their rights. A fear...
Commercial transportation companies play a key role in the modern economy. They help manufacturers and importers get materials and products from their point of origin or entry into the country to a location where consumers or manufacturers can make use of them....
When people think of maritime work, they often picture professional fishermen working in the Puget Sound area or maybe ferryman who runs ships up and down the east coast. Others may think of the Mississippi River, which is a navigable waterway and the source of much...
If you go on a large cruise ship or some other such civilian vessel, it is probably going to have a doctor on staff. This person will ride along with the ship and provide aid to those who need it. You certainly do want to check with the cruise line before you get on...
Driving is a privilege, not a basic right. Those who want to drive on public roads have to comply with numerous requirements set by the state where they live. Driving is dangerous, so every motorist needs safety training. The laws intended to reduce crashes are also...
Underride accidents are incredibly dangerous. The reason for this danger is that this is an accident where the trailer of a semi pins a car to the pavement. At least a portion of the car ends up under the trailer, and it is a very violent wreck that can lead to a lot...
Rail safety experts have said that fatigue is one of the biggest dangers to those who work in rail yards. However, it’s too often ignored because there are so many other more obvious risks. Employers can take steps to minimize fatigue among their workforce. Let’s take...
Many traumatic injuries, like broken bones, can result in full recovery with the right medical treatment. Advances in medical care have made it easier than ever before for people to cure major medical issues and to live the same life they previously enjoyed even after...