Hotels and resorts are designed for comfort and leisure, yet they also present unique hazards that can lead to slip-and-fall accidents. From pools and spas to lobby areas and stairwells, each part of a hotel has specific risks that guests should be aware of. This...
There was a fire at Jaxon Energy’s Renewable Diesel Plant in Jackson, Mississippi on March 29, 2024. The fire broke out in the plant's main process unit. The facility was able to be shut down and the fire put out by local authorities before it spread. It is unclear...
Airbags are designed to reduce the risk of serious injury during a collision. When they deploy properly, they can significantly lessen head, chest, and facial trauma. But when airbags fail to deploy—or deploy improperly—the results can be catastrophic. Airbag...
There was an accident involving an airboat in Everglades National Park in West Miami-Dade County, Florida on March 29, 2024. According to reports, an airboat overturned while attempting to make a turn, throwing its passengers into the water. Luckily a nearby...
Cruise ships are complex vessels equipped with extensive electrical systems that power everything from navigation equipment to guest amenities. While these systems are essential for the functionality and comfort of the ship, they also introduce potential electrical...
When longshore workers are injured on the job due to unsafe conditions aboard a vessel, proving the shipowner's negligence is a critical step in securing compensation. Whether the injury stems from a breach of the turnover duty, active control duty, or duty to...
Burn injuries are among the most painful and life-altering injuries a person can suffer. Unlike many other forms of trauma, burns often cause damage that extends beyond the initial injury, leading to prolonged medical treatment, permanent scarring, functional...
Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a significant and often overlooked risk for sailboats, particularly those with auxiliary engines or onboard generators. This odorless, colorless gas can accumulate rapidly in confined spaces, posing a severe threat to the health and...
There was a fire on board the United States Naval Logistics Vessel USNS Sergeant William R. Button on March 28, 2024. At the time of the fire, the ship was in the Gulf of Mexico, having recently departed from Mobile, Alabama. The fire broke out in the ship's engine...
Excavators are among the most versatile and widely used pieces of heavy equipment on construction sites. While they are instrumental in achieving efficient operational outcomes, their use also poses several hazards, particularly the risk of electrocution. This is a...