Living in Hawaii gives you the opportunity to take full advantage of nature. Hiking, biking, boating. The list goes on and on. But with these outdoor activities come risks, especially when it comes to boating. In fact, statistics show that 2020 saw 767 boating...
Maritime Injuries
Working on an oil platform is dangerous: Here’s why
Working offshore, there are many hazards that could cause you to suffer from injuries. It is important that you understand the risks and the safety precautions you can take to stay safe.One of the major risks of working on an oil platform is simply the fact that it...
Working with an attorney to file a maritime claim
Hawaii is known for some of the most beautiful beaches and bodies of water in the world. As more and more people take to the seas for work and tourist activities, getting injured on a boat is becoming all too common. If you have been injured while out on the water,...
Hawaii maritime workers should get legal help after accidents
An alluring attraction of Hawaii is the proximity to water. As an island, people want to visit the state to take part in water-based activities and go to the beach. For those who live and work in the state, many jobs require duties on the water. Although this too is...
What is the Jones Act?
In basic terms, the Jones Act provides protections for workers injured at sea because they do not enjoy workers' compensation protections like other workers who are injured on-the-job. The Jones Act allows injured seaman to bring a claim against their employer when...
What is Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act?
People in Hawaii have many different jobs in order to earn a living and support themselves and families. Many people do work on the land but, as Hawaii is surrounded by water, there are many job opportunities on and around the water. These jobs vary as well. Some...
Common types of maritime accidents
People in Hawaii work many different types of jobs. However, given the fact that it is an island many of these jobs occur either on boats or around the water in some manner. There are jobs that provide recreational activities for people who live here and tourists who...
Rules for commercial water skiing companies
There are many fun activities that people enjoy in Hawaii. Many of these activities involve being on the water and both tourists and residents enjoy these activities. It could be sailing, cruises, snorkeling, surfing, jet skiing, water skiing and many others. However,...
Helping people injured at sea receive what they deserve
Most people in Hawaii spend time on the water. This is true for both the people who live here and for the tourists that come to enjoy this beautiful place. People do many different things on the water as well. People surf, go scuba diving, fishing, sailing, take rides...
Maritime workers who are covered by the Jones Act
Hawaii has many businesses that operate on or around the ocean. These different business do many different types of work, but one major one is the shipping industry. There are many products that are transported over the ocean and many people work on the ships in the...