Florida’s many miles of coastline comprise a thriving maritime industry of workers serving cruise lines, cargo operations, and many other water-based activities. However, working on the water comes with inherent risks. If you were injured in a maritime accident on the job, you wonder about your rights. There are workers’…
Maritime employees work in amazingly dangerous conditions, so it is a relief to know that there are multiple programs under federal law that are akin to workers’ compensation. Though the qualifying criteria vary, the Jones Act, Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), and Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA) are…
Due to its location, climate, and ease of access to the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and other major waterways, it is no surprise that Miami is a major shipping and cruising hub. In fact, the Port of Miami is one of the busiest cargo ports in the US, and it…