Offshore Accidents

Coverage focuses on maritime law and accidents in Louisiana’s offshore oil and gas industry and maritime incidents nationwide. Readers will find news on personal injuries, safety violations, and ongoing legal actions.

Case Stemming From Noose Displayed In Tugboat May Proceed Under Maritime Law

The Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeals recently issued an important ruling allowing an offshore worker’s maritime injury case to proceed forward.

By Jed Cain

/ 5 May 2021

A Tugboat pushes a barge down the Mississippi River at New Orleans.

Seacor Maritime Disaster Shines Spotlight On Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

While much of Louisiana’s attention has been focused on the missing victims of the Seacor maritime disaster, a small group of survivors is quietly attempting to put this traumatic experience behind them. For some, the days, weeks, months, and even years ahead may be a…

By Jed Cain

/ 3 May 2021

Seacor Maritime Disaster Shines Spotlight On Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Louisiana Stands With The Families of Lost Seacor Maritime Workers

While the U.S. Coast Guard called off its search for maritime workers lost in the Seacor Power lift boat accident, volunteers from the Cajun Navy continue searching the coastal areas of Louisiana.

By Jed Cain

/ 30 Apr 2021

Airboats with tourists leaving on guided tour through Louisiana swamps

Who Is at Fault for the Seacor Power Lift Boat Accident?

On April 13, a Seacor Power lift boat capsized south of Grand Isle, Louisiana, with 19 crew members on board. Days later, after only a handful of the crew were found alive.

By Jed Cain

/ 28 Apr 2021

Oil platform or rig platform in sunset or sunrise time.