The Jones Act is law that was established to protect maritime workers who are constantly exposed to the dangers of working in this industry. While some accidents are inevitable, others are attributed to employer negligance. When the law was written, the martime industry was not the same as it is now. Therefore the law makers did not aticipate the changes that would happen between the law's date of establishment and now and the law has been interpreted in various ways to compensate for the inconsistencies in the law.

The Jones Act has become difficult to interpret since then, but not difficult to understand. The Jones Act in basic terms, allows quailifed a Jones Act Seaman to sue his or her employer when the employer is considered at fault for the injury of the employee.

Injuries include, but are limited to:

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Claim Information

If your job places you anywhere in the water it is very likely that you are covered by the Jones Act. Because of the changes and the addition of the Longshore Harbor Act, a person injured is now covered. Many people make the mistake that when they are injured, that they are protected and covered by Workers Compensation. Workers Compensation is not always the solution for this type of injury. Please contact one of our experienced Jones Act attorneys either by filling out the form on the right, or by calling us at ***-***-****. We will advice you inform you of your choices. You are not obligated to follow the advice given to you by your employer, their doctor or their insurance company.

Our Involvement with the Jones Act

The majority of us, like yourself, have experienced set backs in our lives that have become almost uncontrollable and left us with limited places to turn for help. This may me one of these experiences. We may be a law firm but we do take great interest in the well being of our clients. We know it is a very difficult time and we plan to be here and walk you through the recovery and legal process.

If you have been injured in a maritime accident, we ask you to contact us and we will answer any questions you may have and at the same time calm your worries.

If you have more questions about the Jones Act, you can read our FAQ, or directly contact us by filling out the form on the right or calling our toll free number.