Industry InsightsInsights From the HelmExplore expert articles, case insights, and field-tested tips from Captain Ron Short. How Expert Reports Help Judges Understand Maritime Complexities What Lawyers Should Know Before Hiring a Maritime Consultant Top Misunderstood Compliance Standards That Lead to Lawsuits How Pre-Inspection Reports Can Save Lawyers Time and Liability Understanding the rules for autonomous and unmanned vessels Understanding your rights under the Jones Act How Pre-Contract Risk Assessments Protect Maritime Companies Why Early Legal Consultation Prevents Costly Maritime Disputes Why Expert Surveys Can Make or Break Maritime Injury Cases What Maritime Companies Need to Know About Legal Documentation Top 5 Legal Issues Maritime Lawyers Face and How a Consultant Can Help Why Investigators Often Miss the Real Cause of a Vessel Incident What Happens When Your Vessel Fails a Coast Guard Inspection The Number One Mistake Lawyers Make in Maritime Injury Cases Why Maritime Cases Fail Without the Right Expert What Lawyers Should Know Before Hiring a Maritime Consultant Top Safety Practices for Small Passenger & Charter Vessels 5 Common ISM/SMS Compliance Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them The Role of Expert Witnesses in Maritime Litigation
