Maritime Injuries

In a beautiful place like Hawaii, where there are so many activities that happen on the ocean, boating accidents occur relatively often. Of course, there are boating safety guidelines in place but many people wonder if those guidelines are strict enough. There are...

Water-based activities are undeniably popular throughout Hawaii. This is true for people who were born there, longtime residents and visitors. While boating is an enjoyable endeavor, there is no doubt there are dangers involved with it. People can suffer catastrophic...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...