The best way to deal with fires on board cargo ships is to have precautionary measures in place to prevent them from occurring in the first place. Despite the advances in technological resources, shipping accidents are on the rise, which makes marine safety a critical...
We understand that you likely don’t want to sit down and stare at a deal for hours trying to figure out what a contract means. Most people do not, and that is why here at Irwin Law Firm in Miami, we are here to help. If you would like help in reading a contract or...
With the Miami summer upon us, we’re looking forward to enjoying the sun and ocean waves from a boat deck with friends and family. While it’s easy to give into vacation-mentality escapism on these relaxing getaways, it’s essential to keep safety...
Growing up in a city like Miami opens up many opportunities to pursue water sports and recreational activities. Regardless of the experience level, the practice of aquatic activities increases the exposure to accidents in the open sea. For that very reason, we’d like...
Accidents and injuries are an unfortunate part of many jobs, and workers on offshore oil rigs, platforms, jack-up rigs, and the vessels that service these workplaces, are often at high risk for serious injuries. Many of these injuries are the result of the hazardous...
Many people may not be familiar with maritime law. It may never have crossed your mind, but what happens when you experience some form of injury out on the water? There is in fact an entire field of legal study dedicated to solely handling maritime cases. Miami is a...
