Due to pervasive awareness campaigns, most people know about the dangers of drinking and driving-the impairment it causes and the increased possibility of becoming involved in an accident. Drinking and driving is considered a serious problem, which is why some people...
Admiralty And Maritime Law
Recreational boating accidents highest in July
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | Jul 6, 2017 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
According to the executive director of the National Safe Boating Council, July is the busiest boating time of the year. It is estimated that millions of boaters will take to the waters during the extended 4th of July weekend. With more boats on the water, the chance...
Cruise ship accidents and maritime law
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | Jun 22, 2017 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
Summer is here. Louisiana's children are out of school, adults are utilizing their vacation time, and family outings are becoming more common. As a result, many individuals and their families are finding themselves planning more extravagant trips. Amongst these may be...
‘Seaman,’ ‘vessel,’ and the Jones Act’s legal elements
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | Apr 14, 2017 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
Louisianans engage in a significant amount of work offshore. These individuals, like their counterparts who work on land, can be subjected to workplace injuries. When an onshore worker suffers an on-the-job injury he will likely qualify for workers' compensation...
Admiralty law as it relates to death at sea
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | Dec 2, 2016 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
As this blog has discussed in the past, working on a seafaring vessel can be quite dangerous. Vessel owners in Lafayette are expected to keep their ships in a condition that is safe for their employees, but sometimes they fail to uphold this bargain. When this...
Slippery deck leads to lawsuit
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | Oct 7, 2016 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
Many Louisianans rely on the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico to earn their living. Whether they work on oil rigs or on shipping vessels, these workers, oftentimes without even realizing it, put their safety on the line for the betterment of their employers. Though...
Lawsuit filed after man suffers offshore injury
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | Sep 9, 2016 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
Working offshore on a vessel or oil rig can be rewarding. The pay is often decent and many in Louisiana find being out at sea much more exciting than sitting in an office all day. Yet, since these workplaces are so different than the tradition work environment,...
Slip-and-fall on vessel results in federal lawsuit in Louisiana
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | Aug 10, 2016 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
Louisiana, with its Gulf coast location, boasts a robust maritime industry. The shipping, offshore oil drilling, and fishing industries employ a significant number of Louisianans, many of whom rely on these jobs for their financial well-being. Our blog often discusses...
What is “seaworthiness” under admiralty law
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | Jul 6, 2016 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
Accidents and injuries that occur in the open waters are subject to admiralty and maritime laws. As was discussed in a previous post on this blog, the Jones Act is perhaps the most important law affecting this area. But this act can be complex. Therefore, we hope to...
What is the Jones Act and why is it important?
On Behalf of Tauzin & Lorio, Attorneys at Law | May 13, 2016 | Admiralty And Maritime Law, Firm News
Many Louisianans make their living working on ships. These positions often require a unique set of skills, and the duties involved can be challenging. They can also be dangerous. It is important for Louisianan workers to know, though, that the laws that apply to ships...
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