A fire broke out on the container ship LUNA MAERSK on October 2, 2023. At the time, the vessel was located in the Aegean Sea, en route to Thessaloniki, Greece. The fire is believed to have broken out in a container on board the ship. The extent of damage is unknown...
Personnel basket transfers are inherently risky. When workers are lifted over water, any misstep—whether mechanical or human—can result in serious injuries or death. If you or a loved one has been hurt during a basket transfer, proving negligence is often the key to...
A fire broke out on the container ship OOCL SHANGHAI on October 1, 2023. At the time, the vessel was off the coast of Japan, en route to Osaka, Japan. The fire is believed to have started in the ship's engine room. It is unclear if anyone on board was injured There...
On September 27, 2023, three men were ejected from a boat in Biscayne Bay while conducting a test-drive of the water craft, leaving one of the men fatally injured and another in critical condition. While the cause of the accident is still being investigated, initial...
Crane lifting operations are a critical part of loading and unloading cargo containers in ports and on vessels. However, the process of lifting containers with cranes carries significant risks, particularly when it comes to the potential for container damage. Damaged...
A crew member on the tanker ship MTM DUBLIN went overboard early on September 26, 2023. According to reports, a commercial fishing boat was able to rescue the crew member off the coast of Boston, Massachusetts. The crew member was taken to shore and taken to a local...
There was a deadly boating accident on Fort Loudon Lake in Tennessee on September 26, 2023. According to reports, two men were fishing when their boat into the Fort Loudon Lake Dam's spillway, causing it to capsize. One of the fishermen was rescued by a nearby boat,...
Tug boats are essential in maritime operations, providing critical services such as towing, maneuvering, and assisting larger vessels. However, the demanding nature of tug boat work can lead to fatigue among maritime workers, significantly increasing the risk of...
The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) provides essential workers' compensation benefits to maritime employees who are not covered by the Jones Act. This includes longshoremen, harbor workers, shipbuilders, and other individuals involved in ship...
Operating small boats near docks and marinas can present various hazards that can lead to accidents, injuries, or damage to the vessel. These areas are often busy with boat traffic, stationary structures, and narrow waterways, creating a complex and potentially...