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: The Longshore & Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act

The Longshore & Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act

Posted in General, Jones Act, News

If you are a maritime worker, it is important that you are informed about the Longshore & Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act. The Longshore & Harbor Worker’s Compensation

Should I Hire a Maritime Lawyer?

Should I Hire a Maritime Lawyer?

Posted in General, Jones Act, Maritime Piracy

When an injury occurs aboard a ship, it is common for ship vessel employees to overlook maritime law. Many accidents can occur on cargo ships, cruise ships,

Finer Points of the Jones Act

Understanding the Finer Points of the Jones Act

Posted in General, Jones Act

Passed in 1920, the Jones Act is legislation that protects workers who become ill or injured while working offshore. The Act covers anyone who is employed on

Right Jones Act Attorney

Finding the Right Jones Act Attorney

Posted in General, Jones Act

Sailors who have been injured or become ill while performing required job duties at sea may be eligible for compensation from their employers under the provisions of

Maritime law

Is Maritime Law Affected by Location?

Posted in General, Jones Act, News

An offshore injury can occur anywhere on any body of water in the country. No matter what state that body of water might be located in, those

Comparative Negligence

Negligence Under the Jones Act

Posted in General, Jones Act

Contemporary seamen often have to work under hazardous conditions that could easily lead to serious personal injury if circumstances on their vessel go even slightly awry. Many

Union seaman

Union Membership & Maintenance and Cure: What You Should Know

Posted in General, Jones Act, News

In maritime law, any maritime worker injured or made ill by an accident on the job has the legal right to be compensated, no matter what happened

Common Causes of Injuries Upon Offshore Rigs

Common Causes of Injuries Upon Offshore Rigs

Posted in General, Jones Act, News

Many of our petroleum energy needs are met from offshore oil rigs and the workers who work on these rigs daily. Unfortunately, working offshore presents itself with

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