Category: Maritime Law

  • Maintenance and Cure Under the Jones Act: What to Know

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    Maritime work is known for its demanding nature, with lots of long hours and hazardous conditions. Injuries are, unfortunately, quite common, which makes a seaman’s right to benefits under the Jones Act a critical benefit. The primary goal of the…

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  • Lawsuits Are Necessary When Workers Get Hurt on the Great Lakes

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    When people think of maritime work, they often picture professional fishermen working in the Puget Sound area or maybe ferryman who runs ships up and down the east coast. Others may think of the Mississippi River, which is a navigable…

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  • Will a Ship Have a Doctor?

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    If you go on a large cruise ship or some other such civilian vessel, it is probably going to have a doctor on staff. This person will ride along with the ship and provide aid to those who need it.…

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  • Press Release: March 9, 2022 Verdict for Union Carpenter

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    On March 9, 2022, the partners of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel (“ADB”) obtained a $1,950,000 verdict for a union carpenter. The carpenter lost the tip of the thumb on his non-dominant hand when a 5,000 pound counterweight suddenly dropped as he…

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  • If You’re Hurt in a Truck Crash, Workers’ Compensation Could Help

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    Around 70% of all products in the United States are transported by trucks, so it’s vital that those who drive are able to stay in their careers for as long as possible. Without these important individuals working each day, much…

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