What are Helpful Offshore Injury Websites?

If you or a loved one has been injured aboard a ship, on an offshore rig or in a maritime-related industry in the Gulf of Mexico or anywhere in the U.S., you need information about your legal rights related to the accident. At Arnold & Itkin LLP, we understand the intricacies of maritime and admiralty law and are here to assist you. Based on our years of experience, we know that offshore accidents are often a result of employer negligence in not providing a safe workplace.

We believe that maritime employers should be held fully accountable for injuries and deaths to maritime workers caused by unsafe workplaces and negligence. You can turn to an experienced offshore injury attorney at our firm for a free consultation and review of your case. To further help maritime workers and their families, here is a list of maritime safety related websites with additional information.

U.S. Coast Guard – the U.S. Coast's Marine Safety Program promotes safety through both regulatory and inspection roles
Safety and Health Topics Related to Maritime Industry
Marine Terminal Traffic Safety Tip Sheet – developed by National Maritime Safety Association in conjunction with federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA Marine Terminal Fall Protection Facts – during transport of longshoremen to and from container ships, the hazard of falling is a major concern.
Series of Videos Examining Fatal Shipyard Accidents - produced by Occupational Safety & Health Administration
The National Maritime Safety Association - represents the marine cargo industry in safety and health issues related to workplace safety laws
Safety videos - illustrating various types of fatal marine-related accidents developed by NMSA; click on Information and safety videos
Container Lashing Safety Tip Sheet
American Maritime Safety, Inc. - a non-profit trade association established to facilitate the maritime industry's compliance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations and international shipping protocols.