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...
Working on oil rigs and platforms can be dangerous, with workers on 12-hour shifts handling highly combustible materials while surrounded by fast-moving heavy machinery and equipment. The threat of injury and death is ever-present for those working offshore. On...
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...
Highway construction workers face a unique set of dangers every day as they strive to improve and maintain our roadways. The nature of their work places them in close proximity to fast-moving traffic, heavy machinery, and hazardous conditions. This article delves into...