VMRC Hearing Process Explained: What to Expect + How to Win
Facing a Virginia Marine Resources Commission hearing? Learn the VMRC hearing process, what to expect, and how to strengthen your case in a dock dispute or permit hearing.
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Maritime and Admiralty Law
Maritime and admiralty law insights for Virginia's waterways and coastline.
How Virginia Maritime Injury Lawyers Protect Injured Workers and Waterfront Families
Maritime work along the Virginia coastline is hazardous. Learn how maritime injury attorneys help injured seamen, shipyard workers, longshoremen, and their families navigate complex federal maritime laws and secure compensation.
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Solving the Dilemma Caused by a Large Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Dumped Next to Our Clients' Pier
Clients turned to the Waterfront Law Team after someone sank and abandoned an 82-foot former U.S. Navy vessel in the Little Wicomico River, right next to their pier. In a remarkable result, one of our attorneys, persuaded the Virginia Marine Resources Commission to remove the vessel at government expenses. Keep reading to learn more.
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What is Civil Litigation - Process & Cost
Civil litigation is where one person/party files against another to vindicate a legal right. We discuss the process and costs associated with civil litigation.
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Fisheries Management in Virginia
Fisheries management in Virginia is imperative to protecting saltwater fisheries in our tidal waters. Read on to learn more about the agencies and resources that help ensure the conservation of our waterways.
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Am I Civilly Liable for Property Damage, Death or Injury Occurring on the Water Near my Waterfront Property?
Learn how best to protect yourself and your property from civil liabilities with our quick guide on riparian property laws and waterfront property liability.
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Vessel Operations & Environmental Law In The Chesapeake Bay: Endangered Species Act And The Marine Mammal Protection Act
Safe vessel operations while observing both the Endangered Species Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act can avoid potential penalties by the National Marine Fisheries Service.
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Brown Water Seamen And The Stowaway Virus: Coronavirus Precautions
Brown water seamen have "maintenance and cure" rights, but Coronavirus may encourage employers to adopt proactive measures to protect crewmen and to avoid financial repercussions.
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Deciphering Navigational Warranties in Marine Insurance Contracts of Adhesion
Do you know how to prevent marine insurance carriers from taking financial advantage of you? Get help from a leading Virginia maritime and admiralty lawyer today!
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