April 13, 2026
Each year, boaters prepare their vessels for seasonal activities. This relies on the specific type, design, and age of the boat. Yet, there are fundamental tasks that apply and paying careful attention will protect the value and aesthetic of the boat and ensure that it is functioning safely. Salty air and extreme temperature changes over time can lead to the dry rot of hoses and other rubber parts. » Read More
April 6, 2026
Determining if an injury that occurred in a work environment is covered under workers’ compensation can be complicated. With so many different types of situations, workplace accidents and employee injuries, eligibility is not always clear-cut. Understanding some of the basics about how workers’ compensation works can be helpful.
Workers’ Compensation Basics
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that nearly all companies must have for their employees. » Read More
March 9, 2026
Congress recently introduced a bill to update maritime regulations to address the danger of fires on covered small passenger vessels. One of the bill’s sponsors noted that older boats were grandfathered in and exempt from newer vessel safety rules. He describes the bill as seeking to modernize maritime safety in a way that is both practical and imperative. » Read More
March 2, 2026
Experiencing a debilitating injury at the workplace can be cause enough for severe stress. But when your workers’ compensation claim is denied, it can feel completely overwhelming. There are several reasons as to why your claim for benefits may have been denied. Fortunately, there you do have some recourse.
Common Reasons for a Denial of Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Though there exist numerous reasons, » Read More
February 9, 2026
Maritime workers routinely perform difficult tasks with heavy and cumbersome equipment, including cranes that carry shipping containers, forklifts that transport materials and products, and winches that control industrial strength ropes and heavy cables. Using powerful machinery comes with a grave risk of injury. Infrequent as they might be, past maritime accidents have been severe. » Read More
February 2, 2026
Machine operators and maintenance technicians face job hazards that can cause catastrophic injuries and even death. Protective safety equipment and operating procedures help keep workers safe while engaged with heavy industrial and manufacturing equipment, but workers involved with the maintenance and servicing of this type of machinery need to be protected as well. Lockout and tagout safety initiatives are designed to prevent accidents from happening when machinery is not in use or is being actively serviced. » Read More
