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Richard W. Fuquay, P.C d/b/a Fuquay Law Firm is located in Mobile, AL and serves clients in and around Mobile, Citronelle, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Grove Hill, Chatom, Calvert, Jackson and Mobile County. We also serve Pascagoula, MS and Lucedale, MS.
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Why It’s Important to Follow Your Doctor’s Orders After a Maritime Accident
/by Fuquay Law FirmMaritime injuries are inevitable. By nature, maritime work is dangerous, and injured employees deserve compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, and other related expenses. However, it is a two-way street. When you receive injury compensation as a maritime employee, you are expected to follow your doctor’s instructions, work towards full recovery, and avoid making […]
What’s the Difference Between State Workers’ Comp and Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Comp?
/by Fuquay Law FirmAs an injured maritime worker, you may wonder what your rights are. The sudden loss of income and the need for ongoing medical care can be overwhelming, which is why it’s important to learn more about workers’ comp laws and discuss your options with an attorney. This can help you move forward, get the compensation […]
Injured on a Vessel by Defective Products
/by Fuquay Law FirmMaritime employers and employees are bound by different laws than those who work in other fields. Traditional workers’ compensation laws do not apply, so if you are injured while working in a maritime role, it’s important to know your rights. If you’ve been injured while working aboard a vessel, the team at Fuquay Law Firm […]
Workplace Hazards for Commercial Fishermen
/by Fuquay LawCommercial fishermen enjoy active, physically demanding work that often pays competitively. However, this career path can also be quite dangerous. Fishermen face a much higher-than-average injury and fatality rates when compared to other industries, so with any fishing excursion, there is always a risk that it could be the end of someone’s career. If you’ve […]
Important Things to Know About Deckhand Injury Claims
/by Fuquay Law FirmWhen you are at sea, every worker’s role is a crucial one. Few others work in as rigorous conditions as a deckhand, a fact that puts them at substantial risk every time they go to work. If you’ve been injured while working as a deckhand, you need to know about your options for compensation. Fuquay […]
10 Most Common Commercial Diving Injuries
/by Fuquay Law FirmCommercial diving is a dangerous job, whether you are performing repairs, doing research, or doing maintenance work. As a result, you may suffer commercial diving injuries at some point in your career. Learn more about common causes of injuries, and if you have been injured while working, call Fuquay Law Firm at 251-257-7337 to set […]
5 Important Things to Know About the Jones Act
/by Fuquay Law FirmThe Jones Act, originally created to support the shipping industry, has become an incredibly important part of the American economy. It has been especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing communities to get access to PPE, testing equipment, ventilators, and other equipment necessary for frontline workers. As a seaman, you should know how many parts […]
Important Steps to Take After a Cruise Ship Injury
/by Fuquay Law FirmThe time you spend on a cruise ship should be relaxing and give you a break from daily life. However, a substantial amount of cruise ship injuries are reported every year. While any personal injury (or workplace injury, if you are a cruise ship employee) should be tended to immediately, circumstances are different on a […]
Protecting Maritime Workers During COVID-19
/by Fuquay Law FirmWith so many maritime workers considered essential employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, many have found themselves wondering what their employers are doing—or should be doing—to keep them safe. COVID-19 spreads quickly in tight indoor quarters, so an entire ship worth of staff can quickly find themselves quarantined if proper precautions are not followed. Have you […]