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since 1970

Month: March 2020

6 mistakes to avoid after you are injured at sea

On Behalf of Law Offices of Lyle C. Cavin, Jr. & Associates | Mar 20, 2020 | Injuries, Maritime Law

When you work in a maritime industry, you are surrounded by workplace hazards. As a result, you likely received safety training to help you avoid workplace accidents. But accidents can happen despite our best intentions. This makes it a good idea to also learn how to...

How should crew deal with outbreaks at sea?

On Behalf of Law Offices of Lyle C. Cavin, Jr. & Associates | Mar 4, 2020 | Maritime Law

Though it originated in China, the coronavirus outbreak has now become a global problem. Quarantines in China, Singapore, South Korea, Russia, Australia and elsewhere have dramatically impacted the shipping industry. Ports have refused to let tanker crews transfer off...