Maritime Geography Zones
Maritime Geography Zones are made up of three loosely defined elements, the meanings of which have slowly changed throughout history. Their interpretations are important when the Jones Act comes into…
Pool Drownings Aboard Cruise Ships Lead To Staff Changes
Historically, cruise ships have had a hands-off policy on the safety of swimmers in their pool and hot tub areas. However, after several drownings or near-drownings in recent years, things…
The Jones Act and Puerto Rico
Of all of the issues plaguing Puerto Rico, from hurricanes to earthquakes, one of the most insidious has been the Jones Act. The Jones Act is part of the merchant…
Shipowner in Duck Boat Disaster Cannot Use Maritime Law to Limit Claims
On July 19, 2018, a duck boat accident resulted in the deaths of seventeen people out of 31 people on board including 16 passengers and one crew member. The Branson,…
Ferry Accidents: Why Are They so Often Fatal Disasters?
In April of 2014, a large South Korean ferry carrying a group of high school students capsized and sank off the coast of South Korea. The accident left nearly 300…