If you suffered a workplace maritime injury, you do not have to see the company doctor for a Jones Act claim. You may need to consult the company doctor if your accident happens at sea and they are your only immediate treatment option. However, as soon as you are able, you can and should consult …
In general, the Jones Act lets seamen file liability-based claims against their employers. Your options for compensation after a maritime injury may include: A Jones Act claim against a shipowner if they are your employer A Jones Act claim against another party if they are your employer A third-party liability claim against a shipowner or …
According to 1 U.S.C. §1, a “vessel” is any form of watercraft or artificial structure that is used or can be used for transportation on water. A Jones Act vessel may be a conventional watercraft or a floating vessel that does not have its own source of power. Types of Jones Act Vessels In addition …
You probably qualify as a seaman if you meet certain criteria specified in the Jones Act, which governs situations where maritime workers are injured on the job. A few of those criteria include actually working on a vessel, ship, or another covered type of seacraft and providing services to a single specific ship. If you …
Dockside workers’ injuries can be covered by the Jones Act, though they generally may not be. Coverage under the Jones Act requires a certain amount of time spent on-ship. Therefore, dockside workers may have a better chance of receiving coverage through the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) or other types of legal action. …
The damages that can be recovered in a Jones Act claim depend on the claimant’s injuries and how those injuries impact their life. Generally, these damages may include: Lost wages Lost earning capacity Medical bills Projected medical bills Pain and suffering Different types of damages exist for different types of claims. A lawyer who handles …
The statute of limitations on a Jones Act claim is generally three years from the date of the injury or qualifying event, per U.S. Code 46 § 30106. The Jones Act is a federal law that governs shipping regulations between U.S. ports, as the Legal Information Institute explains. While the law was first established to …
The difference between workers’ compensation and Jones Act claims starts with the place where you file your claim. In a Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Law (RS 23:1020.1) claim, you will pursue benefits for your lost wages and injuries through the workers’ compensation system. In a Jones Act claim, however, you will file a claim in civil …
