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What Is Dry Docking? Legal Considerations for Maritime Workers

January 9, 2025
2025AnswersIndustrialMaritimeDry DockingMaritime
Ship maintenance requires access to the underside of the vessel which is typically underwater. Dry docking provides this access in a shipyard or in the open ocean. The dry docking...
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Understanding DOT Regulations in Commercial Vehicle Accident Cases

December 29, 2024
2024AnswersCommercial VehicleIndustrialCommercial VehicleDOT Compliance
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has many rules that govern commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) and their drivers. These rules cover things like driver qualifications, hours on the job, and...
lift truck accident

What Is the Most Common Type of Lift Truck Accident and How to Prevent It

December 27, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobFork LiftLift Truck
Lift trucks, also known as forklifts, are extremely common machines in warehouses, construction sites, and manufacturing facilities. Unfortunately, they can be extremely dangerous when not operated properly. If you were...
lithium metal battery

Is Lithium a Metal? Understanding Its Properties and Potential Dangers

December 20, 2024
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Lithium is a versatile metal used in everything from electric car batteries to pharmaceuticals. Its unique properties make it ideal for use in rechargeable electric batteries. Advances in clean energy...
maritime bunkering fraud

Understanding Bunkering: Essential Maritime Operations and the Growing Threat of Fraud

December 19, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialMaritimebunkeringfraud
Ship bunkering is a critical part of maritime operations all over the world. Bunkering refers to refueling ships while at port or at sea. The fuel and oil provided to...
underwater welding

Understanding the Mortality Rate in Underwater Welding: Risks and Legal Support

December 17, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobRiskUnderwater Welding
Welding involves joining two materials by melting their edges together through heat and pressure. It is commonly used in industries such as construction and manufacturing to create solid and permanent...
natural gas leak

Natural Gas Exposure Symptoms: Health Risks and Legal Options for Affected Workers

December 15, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobNatural GasWorkers Comp
Natural gas is one of the most widely used fuel sources in the United States, powering appliances and heating homes, businesses, and water. While it's generally safe when used correctly,...
crude oil

Crude Oil: Formation, Uses, and Impact on the Global Economy and Environment

December 7, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The Jobcrude oilOil and Gas
Crude oil is one of the most important natural resources in modern history, powering global economies while raising environmental concerns. This fossil fuel, often called "black gold," has transformed transportation,...
cargo ship

Are Cargo Ships Being Properly Maintained? Challenges and Risks

December 5, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialCargo ShipsShipping
The global supply chain relies heavily on the efficient operation of cargo ships, which transport approximately 80% of the world's goods. Proper maintenance of these vessels can prevent accidents, keep the...
chemical plant

Chemical Plant Explosions: Causes and Legal Help

December 4, 2024
2024AnswersIndustrialOn The JobPlant Explosion
Chemical plant explosions rank among the most common industrial accidents, along with equipment failures and fires, causing catastrophic damage to property, severe injuries, and potential loss of life. These incidents...

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