Are Barge Workers Considered Seamen for Jones Act Claims?
Posted in Jones Act, Jones Act ClaimsJones Act claims allow seaman the right to receive various forms of compensation when they are injured while in the service of a vessel. The question as
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How Negligent Factors Can Lead to Oil Rig Explosions
Posted in Jones Act, Maritime PiracyOne of the primary reasons for oil rig explosions is due to some form of negligence. Negligence could consist of one or more factors. Depending on the
Thousands of barrels of gas leaking into the Houston Ship Channel after major barge collision
Posted in Jones ActA tugboat pushing two barges collided with a 755- foot tanker Friday afternoon near Bayport, Texas, resulting in an estimated 25,000 barrels of gas leaking into the
What Is the Cabotage Provision of the Jones Act?
Posted in Jones Act, Maritime PiracyThe Cabotage Provision of the Jones Act specifies detailed regulations on how passengers and goods are moved to and from United States ports onboard vessels. The provision
How the Jones Act in the Gulf Coast Affects Non-U.S. Vessels
Posted in Jones ActThe Jones Act has been around since 1920 and governs several aspects of U.S. waters. It even has provisions which provide various forms of compensation for workers
Longshore Disability Benefits: Who Qualifies?
Posted in Jones Act, LHWCA, Maritime PiracyLongshore and harbor workers who are injured while at work may be protected under the Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act (LHWCA). It provides similar benefits to
