Maritime Vessel Ruling
The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled, once and for all, on whether a riverboat constitutes a “vessel” under federal maritime law. It is an important distinction because a case governed by [...]
Charter Boat Accidents
The tragic death of 34 people last year in a boat fire in California sheds light on safety considerations for boat operators and passengers. A fire on board the diving boat, Conception, claimed [...]
Tips to Avoid Boating Accidents and Injuries
In 2017, the United States Coast Guard counted 4,291 accidents that involved 658 deaths, 2,629 injuries and approximately $46 million dollars of damage to property as a result of recreational [...]
Is A Casino Riverboat a Vessel Under the Jones Act?
An injury to a worker aboard a casino riverboat in Lake Charles is making headlines in the world of admiralty law. It’s an issue our maritime personal injury practice is following closely [...]