There was an overboard incident on the Holland America Line cruise ship ROTTERDAM on April 12, 2024. According to reports, a crew member went overboard while the ship was in the Florida straits. The missing crew member was not noticed until the boat arrived in Fort...
A personal injury lawsuit was filed for a client of Spagnoletti Law Firm in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana involving alleged injuries suffered by a vessel captain assigned to the M/V Leader. The complaint names REC Marine...
As the shipping industry seeks cleaner fuel alternatives to comply with stringent environmental regulations, methanol has emerged as a promising option. However, methanol bunkering, the process of refueling ships with methanol, involves specific risks due to the...
Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a significant and often overlooked risk in boating accidents. This odorless, colorless gas can accumulate rapidly in enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces, posing a severe threat to boaters. Understanding the sources of carbon monoxide,...
Environmental factors are a significant contributor to vessel grounding incidents, posing substantial risks to maritime operations. Natural conditions such as weather, tides, and sea currents can drastically affect a vessel's course and stability, leading to...
Fires and explosions aboard vessels pose some of the most catastrophic risks to longshore workers during cargo operations. These incidents often result from improperly stored cargo, equipment malfunctions, or hazardous materials. Fires and explosions can cause...
Fatigue is a serious and pervasive issue among maritime workers, often leading to dangerous and sometimes fatal consequences. Long hours, irregular schedules, and demanding physical labor can contribute to severe fatigue, impairing workers' abilities to perform their...
The Houston Ship Channel is a critical maritime corridor that supports a significant volume of commercial and recreational vessel traffic. Despite its importance, the channel's busy and dynamic environment poses risks that can lead to severe accidents, such as...
There was a deadly boating accident in Leon County, Florida on April 7, 2024. According to reports, there was a crash involving two boats on Lake Iamonia. The boats involved were an airboat and a surface drive boat. One female was killed as a result of the crash. ...
Fishing is a major industry in Galveston Bay, where both commercial and recreational fishing vessels navigate its waters to harvest the rich bounty of marine life. However, the dynamic nature of the bay, combined with the demands of fishing operations, poses...