Falls. Fires. Storms. Explosions. Critical machinery malfunctions. When your job shares many of the same characteristics as a science fiction action movie, life can be stressful. Working on an offshore oil rig is ranked as one of the top most … Continue reading
If you work on a ship, vessel or dock in the Port of Houston, then it is important to maintain a high level of safety. However, when one works in the maritime industry, accidents are bound to happen. Accidents generally … Continue reading
In any profession, getting injured on the job can significantly impact your life. For starters, you may have to endure months of medical treatment and rehabilitation, forcing you to miss work. In this situation, most workers can submit a claim … Continue reading
If you work on a drilling rig, you are fully aware of the dangers of the job. You have probably either been injured yourself, or witnessed many types of the injuries that occur on drilling rigs. The injuries significantly vary … Continue reading
The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act is a federal workers’ compensation law that gives benefits to specific maritime workers and civilian employees on military bases across the nation. The LHWCA covers longshoremen, harbor employees, and any other employees that … Continue reading
