Like so many of our coastal state neighbors, a large portion of Louisiana’s commerce deals with trade on the seas. From oil rigs and gas drilling to commercial fishing, we all know somebody who’s been involved in the industry to some degree. Yet even with modern advances, these industries are still extremely dangerous, and occupational hazards are much more dangerous when you’re in open water. Even with protections put in place by the state and federal government, a well-traveled personal injury lawyer can better help you get the justice you deserve. For the thousands of workers employed in seafaring professions in our state alone, the trouble you face when injured at sea can be further compounded by the volatile and ever-changing environment. An injury in these conditions is normally much more dangerous and potentially devastating due to the remote proximity of your location and the types of hazards offshore platforms present. These injuries vary in severity, and the way our laws work alongside your claims may surprise you. The most common injuries we see are back and spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, burns, and crushing accidents. These can be caused by many factors, like falls, falling objects, overexertion, exposure to dangerous chemicals, and being pinned by malfunctioning machinery. The results can forever alter the lives of those they touch. Out to Sea, Not out of Mind ENSURING YOUR OFFSHORE INJURIES DON’T GET SWEPT OUT TO SEA
The importance of finding proper legal representation after an accident lies in determining which laws your claim will fall under. Louisiana is a state that practices something called “comparative negligence” when it comes to determining fault. This means that the injured worker will have the right to claim damages only after it’s determined whether or not they were also potentially at fault for the accident. The precise percentage that the victim is found to be culpable for in their injuries is the precise percentage that will be taken off their claim. For example, if the victim’s actions were found to be 25 percent of the cause of the injury, the damages they receive go down by 25 percent. As there is a time limit for claims, we advise that you contact an experienced attorney as soon as any incident takes place. When it comes to serving our community and providing you with the justice you deserve, your friends at Jones and Hill, LLC are here for our blue-collar workers. We’ll fight for you.
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homemade corned beef
Ingredients
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2 quarts water 1 cup kosher salt 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons saltpeter (potassium nitrate)
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8 whole allspice berries
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12 whole juniper berries 2 bay leaves, crumbled 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 cinnamon stick, broken into large pieces 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 pounds ice
1 5-pound beef brisket, trimmed
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1 small onion, quartered
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 large carrot, coarsely chopped 1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped
8 cloves garlic
Directions
1. In a large stockpot, combine water, garlic, and all herbs and spices to make brine. Cook over high heat until salt and sugar are fully dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in ice. 2. Once water temp reaches 45 F, place brisket in a 2-gallon zip-close bag, pour in brine to cover, lay flat in a large container, and store in fridge. 3. Brine for 10 days, checking daily to make sure brisket is fully submerged and brine is stirred. 4. After 10 days, remove brisket from brine and rinse under cool water. In a large pot, cover brisket, onion, carrot, and celery with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and gently simmer for 2 1/2–3 hours. 5. Remove, slice across the grain, and serve.
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