Commercial divers perform vital work often far below the water’s surface, including installation, repair, inspection, and removal of various equipment and structures. Unfortunately, many commercial divers are faced with an unreasonably high risk of serious physical harm or death on the job. Divers are often subjected to harsh and dangerous conditions in the performance of their work and face occupational safety and health hazards including decompression sickness, drowning, hypothermia, physical injury, and various respiratory and circulatory risks. Many of these risks are preventable but exist due to a variety of factors including inadequate training and supervision, exhaustion, negligent work practices, defective or improper equipment, and ineffective rescue operations. https://www.boatlaw.com/who-we-represent/commercial-divers/ BOATLAW.COM Commercial Diver Lawyer Serving Washington, Oregon, California, Alaska

We are excited to announce that attorney Adam E. Deitz joined the firm’s Bellingham office last week. Adam is an attorney and licensed mariner who specializes in maritime personal injury matters. Adam earned his Master endorsement in 2010. Since then, Adam has captained numerous commercial passenger vessels along the east coast, including vessels in the Tennessee Valley, Narragansett Bay, and Boston Harbor. While attending Roger Williams University School of Law in Rhode Island, Adam simultaneously obtained a Master of Marine Affairs degree from the University of Rhode Island. There, he studied international ocean law, marine resource economics, and ocean science. Before graduating, Adam also clerked with D1 Legal of the U.S. Coast Guard in Boston, Massachusetts. After law school, Adam joined the New York City office of one of the highest-ranked maritime defense law firms in the country. There, Adam specialized in defending vessel owners in personal injury litigation under the Jones Act and general maritime law. Adam is licensed to practice law in the state courts of Washington State, New York, and Connecticut. https://www.boatlaw.com/about-us/adam-deitz/ BOATLAW.COM Adam E. Deitz

Safety training and proper equipment, when employed, can help minimize the occurrence of an accident, but human error, dangerous ship conditions, and the unpredictability of Mother Nature can quickly lead to a serious accident. Pursuing the compensation, you or your loved one need does not have to add to your already heavy burden. Injured maritime workers and the immediate family members of those who perish at sea can pursue legal recourse under the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, the Death on the High Seas Act, and general maritime law. Who to file your claim against and where depends greatly on the specific circumstances and the applicable law. https://www.boatlaw.com/personal-injury-claims/compensation/

Due to the fast spread of the potentially lethal virus, many workers onboard ships are concerned for their health. If you are a crew member who has been diagnosed with the virus, consult with an experienced maritime lawyer as soon as possible. During this time, it is important that everyone is careful so that they reduce the chance of transmitting and/or contracting COVID-19. When we are not careful or act irresponsibly, we can be negligent and hurt an individual in the process. When an individual is diagnosed with COVID-19, it is crucial for all onboard to be careful and take precautions; having medical procedures in place is vital to minimize the spread of the disease. When a captain, crew member, passenger, or even the cruise ship company does not follow proper guidance and protocol, all onboard are at risk of infection. #coronavirus #crewmembers #seamen #maritimeattorney https://www.boatlaw.com/personal-injury-claims/coronavirus-on-cruise-ship/ BOATLAW.COM www.boatlaw.com

The Maritime Executive reports that per the National Transportation Safety Board’s release of the Marine Accident Brief on the sinking and flooding of the commercial fishing vessel PACIFIC 1, the probable cause which led to the vessel sinking was the captain’s decision to remain at sea with continuous flooding in the lazarette from an unknown source. #AlaskaFishing #boatlaw #maritimeattorneys #Staysafe https://www.boatlaw.com/news/a-captains-decision-puts-lives-at-risk/ BOATLAW.COM www.boatlaw.com

The COVID-19 outbreak has caused many to work from home and as the pandemic continues to unfold we hope that you and your families are safe and healthy. At Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC, we would like to assure you that our dedicated attorneys are here to help you with your legal matters during these uncertain times. Although we cannot meet with you in person at least for the next few weeks, we are available to assist you via phone, e-mail, or video conferencing. Please do not hesitate to contact us for your legal needs. #staystrong #coronavirusoutbreak #StaySafe

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On September 29, 2020, the NTSB released a Preliminary Report following investigation of the August 21, 2020 fire around dredge WAYMON L. BOYD. Four crew members were tragically killed, and six others suffered burn injuries. NTSB investigators collected documents and interviewed the surviving crew members as well as company personnel from Orion. Visit the link to read more. Through the years, the attorneys at Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC have been successfully representing those injured at sea and their families. Our attorneys provide honest and hardworking representation for those affected by maritime accidents. https://www.boatlaw.com/news/ntsb-dredge-waymon-fire/ BOATLAW.COM NTSB: Fatal Dredge WAYMON L. BOYD Fire | Boatlaw

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On Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020, the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Juneau Command Center received a mayday call from F/V ELISE MARIE at 1900 hours local time. The vessel was taking on water and sinking near Icy Bay. Visit the link to read more: https://www.boatlaw.com/news/coastguard-sinking-vessel/ Commercial fishing is a dangerous and deadly business, especially when it comes to the icy, windswept, high-risk waters of the North Pacific. Unfortunately, many accidents aboard a commercial fishing boat result not just in injury, but in death. Despite these dangers, a commercial fishing company still has a high duty of care towards its workers both on its docks and onboard its ships. If you or your loved one suffered an injury or death in a commercial fishing accident, speak with an experienced maritime lawyer. At Anderson Carey Williams, PLLC our lawyers can give you legal advice that will help you navigate your case. Call us at 1 (800) 262-8529 to schedule a free consultation. BOATLAW.COM Coast Guard Intervenes in Fishing Vessel Sinking | Alaska Martime

During the Oct. 20, 2020 meeting of the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board, the NTSB determined the probable cause of the Sept., 2019 fire casualty aboard D/V CONCEPTION was the failure of Truth Aquatics, Inc., the owner and operator of the vessel, to provide effective oversight of the boat and crew operations. Maritime injury cases involving a deficiency in training or safety measures often appear, on the surface, to be due to human error. The dedicated maritime injury attorneys of Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC have decades of combined experience handling maritime cases. Our attorneys fight with a passion for the maritime industry that is rooted in personal maritime pursuits. If you sustained injuries as a seaman due to a maritime accident, call the experienced and dedicated attorneys of Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC at 1 (800) 262-8529 to schedule your free initial consultation. Visit the link to read more: https://www.boatlaw.com/news/deadly-fire-aboard-diveboat/ BOATLAW.COM Deadly Fire Aboard California Dive Boat | California Boatlaw News

The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board will meet at 1 p.m. (EDT) on October 20, 2020, concerning the fire aboard D/V CONCEPTION off of Santa Cruz, California in 2019. The fire killed 34 people. The Board, which consists of five members will vote on the probable cause, make recommendations, and discuss changes to their draft report. Visit the link to learn more or to view the meeting. Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC has represented commercial diver and vessel passenger clients for over forty years. The firm’s admiralty lawyers have a unique understanding of the dangers faced by mariners across the Pacific, Atlantic coasts, Gulf of Alaska, and the Bering Sea. Schedule your initial consultation with our dedicated and experienced maritime attorneys at 1 (800) 262-8529. https://www.boatlaw.com/news/ntsb-meets-diveboatfire/ BOATLAW.COM NTSB Meets to Consider Probable Cause of Fatal Dive Boat Fire | Boatlaw

According to the KIRO 7 News Staff, on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, two police officers were aboard a Tulalip Police Department Fisheries vessel. One officer, wearing a life jacket, was rescued. He experienced symptoms of hypothermia and was sent for emergency medical treatment. The search for the second officer is ongoing. Visit the link to learn more. #maritimenews #maritimeaccidents #Rescueworkers This incident demonstrates the dangers faced by law enforcement and rescue workers who serve aboard vessels. Serious accidents can have an impact both physically and mentally. Maritime law can be complex – it is in your best interests to work with an attorney highly focused on this aspect of the law. At Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC our skilled attorneys understand what it takes to prepare a strong case and spare no reasonable expense in fighting for your rights. Call us at 1 (800) 262-8529 to schedule your consultation, one-on-one with an attorney at Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC. https://www.boatlaw.com/news/tulalippoliceofficer-missing/ BOATLAW.COM Tulalip Police Officer Missing After Capsizing Incident in Washington

M/V STAFF SGT. MICHAEL OLLIS is the first-in-class of three new ferry vessels being built for the Staten Island Ferry system in New York City. After a series of delays, the vessel is going through its final checks before making her way up the east coast and entering service. Visit the link to learn more information. #ferryworkers #NYC #StatenIslandFerry #Ferryvessels #maritimenews #Boatlaw https://www.boatlaw.com/news/staten-island-ferryvessel/ BOATLAW.COM First Ollis-Class Staten Island Ferry | New York City Maritime

Commercial fishing is a dangerous and deadly business. The danger and high reward for success are often what draw fishermen to the trade. Unfortunately, many accidents aboard a commercial fishing boat result not just in injury, but in death. On Sunday, January 24, crab boat F/V SUNUP issued a distress call to the United States Coast Guard. According to the crew, the vessel developed propulsion issues, lost control, and allided with the south jetty entering Humboldt Bay, California. Follow the link to read more: https://www.boatlaw.com/news/rescue-commercial-fishermen/ Most assume fishing accidents are the result of extreme weather conditions, but this is not always the case. Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC, has represented commercial fishermen along the west coast for over forty years. Call us at 1 (800) 262-8529 to schedule a confidential consultation. BOATLAW.COM Commercial Fishermen Rescued from Sinking Crab Boat in California

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the Port of Los Angeles reported the fourth-best year on record in 2020. With widespread social distancing and lockdowns, individuals and families have diverted spending for certain categories toward purchasing physical goods. Additionally, the shipping rates have increased during the pandemic due to shifting consumer habits which raised the demand for various products. Follow the link to read more about the high demand for container shipping in the maritime industry: https://www.boatlaw.com/news/los-angeles-busiest-port/ Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC, has represented merchant mariners, dock and shipyard workers, and container ship crewmembers throughout the West Coast, including in California, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, for over forty years. #COVID19outbreak #maritimeindustry #containershipping #maritimeattorney #maritimelaw #COVI19updatesmaritimeindustry BOATLAW.COM Los Angeles: Busiest U.S. Port Had Fourth-Best Year In 2020

Seafoods’ facility in Akutan, Alaska tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this week. Those infected were evacuated for treatment in Anchorage. Visit the link to read more: https://www.boatlaw.com/news/covid19-outbreak-alaska/ The outbreak at Trident demonstrates the continued dangers faced by commercial fishermen and other shoreside personnel in the Alaska seafood industry due to the spread of COVID-19. At Anderson Carey Williams &Neidzwski, PLLC, we have been successfully representing those injured at sea and their families for over forty years. The most effective legal assistance available for your maritime injury will come from our firm of experienced maritime lawyers. The firm’s admiralty lawyers stand ready to assist. Call us at 1 (800) 262-8529 to schedule your consultation. #COVID19outbreak #maritimeindustry #maritimeattorney BOATLAW.COM COVID-19 Outbreak at a Trident Plant in Alaska | Maritime News

Captain Jay Rivera was a state-commissioned Branch Pilot for the Port Aransas Bar and Corpus Christi Bay. He was dispatched to pilot M/V TARPON in August 2016. Once aboard the tug, he stepped into a dimly lit hatch access door and rolled his ankle. He was diagnosed with a fractured metatarsal in his foot, and ultimately declared unfit to maintain his mariner certification as a result of the incident. Visit the link to read more: https://www.boatlaw.com/news/11-million-award-to-pilot/ An employer must provide their crew a reasonably safe place to work. When a seaman qualifies for compensation, the seaman is eligible to sue their employer or the vessel itself for negligence or unseaworthiness respectively, if they feel their safety aboard the vessel is compromised. At Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC ensuring seamen are properly compensated for their injury and the expenses it entails is our top concern. Our compensation lawyers represent clients in the Pacific Northwest and the surrounding areas. Call 1 (800) 262-8529 for a free, no obligation consultation to have maritime attorneys review your case. BOATLAW.COM Appellate Court Affirms $11 Million Award to Harbor Pilot | Boatlaw

Signaling that the coronavirus pandemic will continue to impact Alaska’s tourist season, Holland America and Princess Cruises have announced that they will cancel several sailings in 2021. Visit the link to read more: https://www.boatlaw.com/news/alaska-cruise-cancel/ At Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC, our dedicated attorneys know how to litigate against cruise ship companies and have the experience to confidently handle your cruise ship claim. Coronavirus cases on cruise ships need to be assessed on a case by case basis. At Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC, our skilled attorneys want to assure you that we are here to help you with your coronavirus cruise trip claim. Whether you’re a crewmember onboard the cruise ship or a passenger, it is vital to know your legal options. Do not hesitate to give us a call at 1 (800) 262-8529. BOATLAW.COM Cruises Cancel Alaska Voyages Due to COVID-19

On Christmas Eve, a 50-year-old mother and her three children were aboard a 15-foot vessel when it capsized off the west coast of Baranof Island in Southeast Alaska. Coast Guard watchstanders launched a helicopter aircrew from Air Station Sitka and the crew of Coast Guard Cutter Bailey Barco to conduct a search and rescue. Visit the link to read more: https://www.boatlaw.com/news/familyrescued-alaskanisland/ Alaska is the largest state in the United States located to the north of California, Oregon, and Washington. The experienced maritime lawyers at Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC have worked with men and women from a wide variety of backgrounds. If you or a loved one has sustained an accident in the performance of their duties around a vessel, or if you or a loved one suffered an injury because of maritime activity, it’s critical that you carefully consider your legal options. Contact the skilled attorneys of Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski, PLLC at 1 (800) 262-8529 to schedule a free initial consultation. BOATLAW.COM Family of Four Rescued From Alaskan Island on Christmas Day