The Young Firm

06/16/2026

Hurt while working on the water? The steps you take early can matter.

After a maritime injury, it is important to protect your health, your job, and your rights. Every situation is different, but injured maritime workers should consider taking these steps:

✔ Report the injury as soon as possible
✔ Get medical treatment and explain how the accident happened
✔ Write down what happened while the details are fresh
✔ Take photos of the area, equipment, or hazard if you can
✔ Get the names of any witnesses
✔ Do not sign paperwork you do not understand
✔ Speak with a maritime lawyer before making decisions about your claim

Whether the injury happened offshore, on a vessel, at a dock, or near the water, knowing what to do next can make a difference.

06/11/2026

After a maritime injury, one of the first questions is: which law applies?

Maritime injury claims are not one-size-fits-all. Depending on the worker’s job, where the injury happened, and the type of work being performed, a claim may fall under the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, or another area of maritime law.

In general, the Jones Act may apply to seamen and vessel crew members who are injured while working in service of a vessel. The Longshore Act may apply to certain maritime workers injured on docks, terminals, shipyards, or other covered maritime worksites.

If you or someone you love was injured while working offshore, on a vessel, or in another maritime setting, it is important to understand your rights before making decisions about your claim.

The Young Firm helps injured maritime workers and their families determine what legal options may be available after a serious accident.

06/08/2026

Happy World Oceans Day.

Here in Louisiana, water is part of who we are. From the Gulf to the bayous, rivers, marshes, and coastlines, so much of our life is shaped by the water around us. It gives us work. It gives us food. It gives us beauty, wildlife, and a way of life that has been passed down for generations.

Today, we’re taking a moment to appreciate the ocean, our coast, and the waterways that mean so much to families across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast.

06/05/2026

Hurricane season is here, and for families across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast, preparation matters.

For those working offshore, aboard vessels, on docks, at terminals, and around other waterfront worksites, severe weather can create dangerous and rapidly changing conditions. Clear communication, proper planning, maintained equipment, and timely safety decisions are critical.

The maritime industry plays an essential role in keeping our region moving, even in challenging and unpredictable environments. Protecting the workers who support that industry should always be a priority.

As the season begins, we encourage maritime workers and their families to stay informed, have a plan in place, and take safety concerns seriously.

06/03/2026

June is National Safety Month and an important reminder that workplace safety is a priority.

For maritime workers, safety is not just a rule or a sign posted on the wall. It is the difference between a crew member making it home after a hitch offshore, a longshoreman finishing a shift without injury, or a family getting the phone call no one ever wants to receive.

Safety depends on more than individual caution. It depends on proper training, maintained equipment, clear communication, responsible supervision, and worksites that do not ignore known hazards.

When those responsibilities are overlooked, the consequences can be serious and life-changing.

06/01/2026

The Port of New Orleans is the first stop to welcome the tall ships of the world for a nationwide celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

As SAIL 250 brings ships to the Mississippi Riverfront, it is a reminder of how much the river and the Gulf have shaped our city, our work, and our families. For generations, people across Louisiana have made their living on the water, working on vessels, docks, shipyards, offshore jobs, and along the river. It is hard work, and much of it happens out of sight.

At The Young Firm, we are proud to be part of a community with such a strong maritime history, and we are honored to stand with the workers and families who keep that tradition going.

05/29/2026

Every maritime case is different — but results matter. We’re proud to have secured a $7,150,000 recovery on behalf of a Louisiana client who sustained a severe offshore injury. Experience handling maritime cases makes a difference.

Read more: https://www.jonesactlaw.com/case-results/7150000-on-behalf-of-a-louisiana-client-who-sustained-a-severe-offshore-injury/”

The Young Firm's client received a $7,150,000 settlement after being diagnosed with a brain injury. Read his story.

05/27/2026

If you’ve been injured while working at sea, maintenance and cure may help cover your medical care and living expenses during recovery. These protections exist to support maritime workers — but understanding how they apply is key.

If you have questions about your situation, The Young Firm is here to help.”

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed today. We remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday.

05/22/2026

Today we recognize the men and women who keep our waterways moving. Maritime workers play a vital role in our economy and our daily lives — often facing challenges and risks most people never see.

We’re proud to support and advocate for those who work on the water every day. Happy National Maritime Day.