If you are involved in international ocean transportation, you may have heard of the Federal Maritime Commission, or FMC. Federal Maritime Commission The FMC is an independent federal agency that regulates the U.S. international ocean transportation system for the...
Long Beach Maritime, Transportation And Business Law Blog
What options do I have if my products are on a derailed train?
Both businesses big and small use trains to transport their products. Indeed, with decentralized manufacturing, few Long Beach, California, businesses can attain their products by any other means. And, even those businesses that receive their products by truck, the...
Tips for drafting your maritime contracts
Well-drafted contracts can go a long way to preventing problems and disputes over the course of running your business. Working to make sure your contracts are thorough and contain clear language can save you time and trouble in the future. This is especially true when...
Filing a claim for in cargo damage during transport
For companies in the business of selling goods, the transportation of these goods from the seller to the buyer is critical. However, most goods do not immediately leave from production to the buyer. Oftentimes, storage is used, and large shipments are made to...
What to do after a maritime accident
If you work at sea, you know that your job comes with a higher risk of an accident or injury than many other jobs. In the aftermath of a maritime accident, you may feel overwhelmed, confused and have many questions about your legal rights. Before exploring your legal...
Drafting a partnership agreement
Many people choose to run their business as a partnership, where two or more parties share the responsibilities of running the business. Business partners can formalize their partnership by drafting a partnership agreement to outline how the partnership will operate....
Choosing a business formation in California
When a person decides to start a business, there are many things to consider. They may think about where to build their business, what types of items to sell and how many employees they will need to hire. However, before deciding on the details, it’s important to...
Navigating union and labor disputes in the maritime industry
Operating a maritime business can be complicated. With supply chain problems, weather-related challenges, worldwide obstacles and other issues, it can be difficult to handle everything efficiently. One concern that has been ongoing is union and labor disputes....
Understanding claims under the Jones Act and LHWCA
There are two main regulations that address maritime issues in the United States. They are the Jones Act and the Longshoremen’s and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). Maritime workers may file claims under both. Regulations The Jones Act requires that all goods...
Your business’ structure can expose or shield you from liability
One important topic to keep in mind when choosing the type of business that you want to form is whether you will be personally liable for the actions of the business. Personal liability can expose you to significant financial ramifications should your business go...