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What Boaters Should Know about Boat Insurance this Summer

It is getting warmer and summer is just around the corner. For thousands of Michigan residents it is time to hitch up the boat and head up north. But before you hit the water, make sure to take a look at your boat insurance. Find out what you should… Read More
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Who Can Operate a Boat in Michigan (Legally)?

No one can deny that one of the biggest perks of living in Michigan would be access to the the Great Lakes, and therefore boating and watercraft recreation. Even so, it is important to take part in boating and watercraft operation safely, keeping in… Read More
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​Boating Over the Weekend: Safety Comes First, Prevent Accidents

Family and friends look forward to much needed rest and relaxation during off hours. While the weather is still accommodating, going out on a boat to enjoy Michigan’s lakes and waterways is a popular way to spend weekends. Each year, however, peopl… Read More
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What Is Maritime Law?

Maritime or admiralty law is an area of law that governs not only activity on the ocean but inland waters as well. It covers commercial activity, navigation, salvaging, shipping, sailors or seamen, recreation, small watercraft such as jet skis, and p… Read More
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Drunk Boat Operators Held Responsible by New Michigan Law

For everyone who was ready for spring to come two months ago, your wish is granted — the ice, snow, and bitter cold has made its exit until next winter. Now that the weather is starting to warm up a little, it’s around the time when recreational… Read More
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Expert Witnesses in Boating and Maritime Injury Cases

Waterborne accidents can result in very complex boating and maritime injury cases. Determining the cause of an accident and identifying the responsible party can be difficult given that circumstances change very rapidly on the water. Evidence can si… Read More
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Jones Act Claims for Maritime Job Injuries

More formally known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, the Jones Act is a federal law regulating maritime commerce in U.S. waters and between U.S. ports. Among other things, the Jones Act gives working seamen the right to sue their employers for inj… Read More
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Longshoremen and Harbor Workers Injury Coverage

Working around commercial ships is dangerous business. Whether a worker is handling cargo, repairing or performing maintenance on a ship’s hull or engines, or part of a ship-building crew, just about everything around longshoremen and harbor worker… Read More
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How to Choose a Michigan Boat Injury Lawyer

If you’ve been injured in a Michigan boating accident, having the right lawyer on your side can mean the difference between getting all the money you need to pay for medical expenses, cover lost wages and compensate for other damages or falling fa… Read More
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Can I Sue for Boating Accident Injuries in Michigan?

Boating accident injuries in Michigan can be very serious, often causing temporary or permanent disability and devastating a person’s financial stability as medical bills pile up and income halts because of their inability to work. But if the boati… Read More
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