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Can I Be Fired for Filing a Jones Act Lawsuit?

Seamen have specific Jones Act protections should they be injured while in the service of a vessel and on duty…

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What Is Considered a Vessel Under the Jones Act?

If you or a family member was injured while working on a boat, barge, or drilling platform, the Jones Act…

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The Dangers of Falling/Moving Objects on Ships and Vessels

Working on a ship, vessel, or rig has its own potential risks and dangers for accidents, injury, or wrongful death….

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How the Jones Act Supports the US Navy and National Security

The United States Navy is a powerful maritime force, with active vessels on duty at all times. The U.S. Navy…

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5 Facts About the Jones Act That Every Seaman Should Know

Most maritime workers have heard of the Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, which protects…

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Jones Act Employers and Medical Care Liability

The Jones Act covers a wide range of topics related to maritime law as part of the former Merchant Marines…

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ISPS Code for Ships: Essential Guide

The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code, or ISPS, protects ships and ports from being used in terrorist activity….

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Lost or Damaged Cargo Shipping Lawsuits

When cargo is lost or damaged at sea, the costs to distributors and retailers go beyond the value of the…

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    • Oil Rig Workers
    • Military Sealift Command
    • Maritime Piracy
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    • General Maritime Law
    • Maintenance & Cure
    • Maritime Acts
    • Admiralty Extension Act
    • Defense Base Act
    • DOHSA
    • Jones Act
    • LHWCA
    • OCSLA
    • Public Vessels Act
  • Attorneys
    • Matthew D. Shaffer
    • Jonathan Harris
    • Arthur L. Schechter
    • Adam J. Rosenfeld
    • Cynthia Huerta
    • Laura De La Cruz
    • Gabriel A. Gonzalez
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