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What Is a Jones Act Seaman?
If you work on the water in Louisiana, from the busy Port of New Orleans to the oil platforms off the coast […]
Offshore Fatigue Injuries: Hazards Causing Offshore Injuries Part 4
Fatigue is one of the most serious and preventable hazards for seamen. Long shifts, overnight rotations, and not getting enough rest can […]
Offshore Hazards Part 3: Explosion & Chemical Offshore Burn Injuries
Offshore burn injuries are among the most severe and life-altering hazards at sea. When fires or explosions occur on offshore rigs, platforms, […]
Offshore Injury Hazard Causes Part 2: Equipment Failure
Equipment failure injuries occur when offshore machinery, such as cranes, winches, hydraulic systems, or drilling equipment, breaks down due to poor maintenance, […]
Offshore Injury Hazard Causes Part 1: Slips, Trips & Deck Falls at Sea
Working offshore means constant motion, and one slick deck can end a career. From oil residue to unsecured gear, slip, trip, and […]
What to Do after an Offshore Injury (Part 2)
You’ve reported your offshore injury and returned home. Now what comes next? The decisions you make after leaving the vessel can directly […]
What to Do after an Offshore Injury (Part 1)
After suffering an offshore injury, what you do in the first hours can determine the strength of your case. Confusion, pressure, and […]
When Merchandise Falls: Injuries in Louisiana Stores
Louisiana retailers often overstock shelves or stack boxes far higher than is safe. Falling boxes, collapsing displays, and unstable shelving send thousands […]
Head and Neck Injuries from Fallen Merchandise
When merchandise falls from a store shelf, it’s easy for employees to dismiss the incident as an isolated occurrence. In reality, even […]
How to Prove Fault in Fallen Merchandise Cases
When merchandise falls in a store and leads to an injury, retailers often dismiss the incident as a fluke. Stores have a […]
Trip-and-Fall Injuries in Public Places & Government Property
Public sidewalks, parks, and government buildings should be safe for everyone. Yet uneven pavement, poor maintenance, and loose fixtures cause countless falls […]
Trip-and-Fall Injuries in Louisiana
Unlike slips, trip-and-falls usually involve an unexpected obstacle or elevation change that stops your foot suddenly. Trip-and-falls can cause broken wrists, head […]
Is a Concussion a Traumatic Brain Injury?
A concussion is the most common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI). It occurs when a blow, jolt, or sudden motion causes […]
Slidell Holiday Driving Hazards
As the festive season arrives in Slidell, our community comes alive with holiday cheer, from the sparkling lights along Bayou Liberty to […]
How to Detect Axonal Shearing from a Traumatic Brain Injury
Axonal shearing, or diffuse axonal injury (DAI), is one of the most serious types of traumatic brain injury (TBI). It occurs when […]
Holiday Season Driving Hazards in Hammond, LA
Hammond, LA, is a true crossroads city–where I-12 meets I-55, and where Northshore shoppers and travelers converge during the holidays. From big-box […]
Holiday Season Driving Hazards in New Orleans, LA
New Orleans, Louisiana is built for celebration–and during November through early January, the city’s energy ramps up. Festivals, office parties, bowl games, […]