Tag: jones act claim
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Jones Act FAQ
What Happens if I Cannot File a Claim Under the Jones Act? Some people do not qualify for the Jones Act. If you cannot file because you are a longshoreman or dockworker, there is a special program for them that is similar to the workers’ compensation program. This program is called the Longshore and…
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Jones Act Claims for Injured Seamen
Many people rely on the waters around New Orleans and Louisiana to earn a living. While oil rigs, fishing operations, and other ships can provide quality employment prospects, these are always risky places to work and injuries can happen on a regular basis. The laws that apply to accidents on navigable waters are quite different…