Understanding the Finer Points of the Jones Act
Passed in 1920, the Jones Act is legislation that protects workers who become ill or injured while working offshore. The…
Finding the Right Jones Act Attorney
Sailors who have been injured or become ill while performing required job duties at sea may be eligible for compensation…
Is Maritime Law Affected by Location?
An offshore injury can occur anywhere on any body of water in the country. No matter what state that body…
Negligence Under the Jones Act
Contemporary seamen often have to work under hazardous conditions that could easily lead to serious personal injury if circumstances on…
Union Membership & Maintenance and Cure: What You Should Know
In maritime law, any maritime worker injured or made ill by an accident on the job has the legal right…
Maintenance and Cure: Important Facts You Should Know
Maintenance and Cure provides monetary benefits for men and women who work on boats, barges, floating drilling rigs, and any…
Claims Under the Jones Act and General Maritime Law
The Jones Act provides protections to seamen who are injured while in the service of a vessel and who can…
Common Causes of Injuries Upon Offshore Rigs
Many of our petroleum energy needs are met from offshore oil rigs and the workers who work on these rigs…