The case of Salem v. United States Lines Co., 370 U.S. 31 (1962) is a 1960's era Supreme Court case that determined that it was not always necessary for a plaintiff to use an expert witness to prove that a ship owner or employer was negligent for purposes of asserting a Jones Act claim. This case began when a seaman became injured as he moved from a ladder to a platform leading to his post in the crow's nest on his ship. Due to a lack of safety measures, the seaman fell from the crow's nest when the vessel encountered rough waters and suffered severe injuries. The seaman filed a compensation claim for his injuries under the Jones Act. The ship owner disputed the claim that was based upon the fact that the ship owner was negligent for not maintaining certain safety features on his vessel that could have prevented the seaman's fall.
The ship owner argued that in order to be compensated, the seaman needed to have someone who was an expert in vessel engineering testify that the ship owner was negligent. In cases that involve highly technical, scientific or medical information, an expert witness is almost always required to explain the evidence to the court. However, in this case, the Supreme Court found that nearly any reasonable person could understand that the ship lacked necessary safety features and that the seaman would not have been injured if the conditions on the ship were safe. Many injuries that occur on vessels are the result of a ship owner's negligence. A Texas Jones Act lawyer can help you to determine whether you may be eligible for compensation for your injury. A Texas Jones Act lawyer can evaluate the facts of your case to determine whether expert testimony is needed to prove your claim. A Texas Jones Act lawyer may be able to conclude that your employer's negligence will not require the use of an expert witness by researching relevant case law and statutory provisions. If an expert witness is required in your case, a Texas Jones Act lawyer may be able to secure a reputable expert to testify on your behalf. If you have been injured at sea, you should contact a Texas Jones Act lawyer immediately to protect your right to compensation under the law. Content has been generated with Essay Writers!
But how can you tell whether you need this type of training? Cressey recommends simply monitoring your resting heart rate. Check your pulse rate first thing in the morning before getting out of bed. If you're reasonably fit, it should be below 60 beats per minute. If not, you are someone who would likely benefit from the addition of some lower-intensity aerobic exercise. An elevated resting heart rate also speaks to recovery. When we exercise, metabolites build up in the bloodstream. As the metabolites increase, your average heart rate will rise. If your body is fully recovered from a workout and the metabolites have cleared from the bloodstream, the heart rate will normalize. So if your resting heart rate is elevated in the days following a workout, odds are you could use an extra day off. I had major hip surgery when I was 30, and I have to work to maintain mobility. That means taking lots of fish oil, warming up thoroughly and before I work out, stretching and rolling out after workouts, being diligent about movements to maintain range of motion and doing yoga a few times per week.
It also means I have to listen to my body more. I train hard, but recovery is key. If I feel tired, then I know I need to give myself a rest. It may be an active rest day of a hike, swim or surf. More fun than a workout. Or maybe it's just complete relaxation and just doing nothing. Okay, honestly, that doesn't happen much. The decline of testosterone and growth hormone in men directly affects stamina and recovery time," orthopedist Dr. Michael Kelly says. "Normal aging does not prohibit an athlete from making gains in endurance and strength, but they will happen at a slower rate. In women, the hormonal decline has similar effects on muscle changes and endurance but less of an effect on overall athletic performance. As we age, we also develop a greater percentage of slow-twitch muscle fibers, which causes a decrease in speed and explosive power.