Recreational fishing on the seashore or from the rocks is fun and relaxing. In contrast, commercial fishing is stressful and highly dangerous. Commercial fishers are at a 28 times higher risk of death while on a commercial fishing vessel in comparison to other jobs in the U.S. This is mainly because of rough seas, unpredictable...
Pretty much every industry has jobs that are considered more hazardous than others. If an accident occurs while an employee is performing their job duties, their damages are usually covered by workers’ compensation insurance. However, what about when the accident occurs offshore like on a vessel out in the water or docked for repairs? Does...