How do I prove my employer was negligent in a maritime injury case?

To prove your employer was negligent in a maritime injury case in Pennsylvania, you must first establish that your employer was legally responsible for providing you with a safe workplace. This is referred to as the employer’s duty of care. To prove this, you must show that your employer breached its duty of care by failing to do something that was reasonably necessary to provide a safe working environment and ensure your safety. For instance, you must show that your employer failed to provide adequate safety equipment, failed to enforce safety regulations, or otherwise failed to take reasonable precautions to protect its workers. In addition to proving your employer breached its duty of care, you must also prove that its negligence directly caused the maritime injury you suffered. To do this, you must also show that the injury would not have occurred in the absence of the employer’s breach of duty and that you were not participating in any reckless behavior that caused the injury. To support your claim, you should collect any evidence that shows that you were working in unsafe conditions, such as photographs, witnesses, and medical records. You should also speak with a maritime injury lawyer who can help you understand your rights and guide you through the legal process.

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