What are some common defenses used in maritime personal injury cases?

Related FAQs

What is the Jones Act and how does it affect my claim?
What is ‘Unseaworthiness’ and how does it affect my maritime injury claim?
What if my employer does not provide compensation for my maritime injury?
What if my employer tries to deny my claim for maritime compensation?
What if I am injured during recreational boating?
What if I develop an illness due to my job on a vessel?
What is the ‘Saving to Suitors’ Clause and how does it affect my claim?
What if I am injured as a result of an explosion at sea?
Is there a limit to the amount of compensation I can receive?
What type of compensation am I entitled to receive for a permanent injury?

Related Blog Posts

Understand Maritime Injury Law: A Legal Overview - July 31, 2023
What is a Jones Act Seaman and the Rights that Come with It - August 7, 2023
What is Unseaworthiness and How Does it Affect Maritime Injury Law - August 14, 2023
Who Covers Medical Expenses for Maritime Injury? - August 21, 2023
An Overview of Offshore Drilling Injury Claims - August 28, 2023