ARE YOU AN OFFSHORE WORKER? SEE WHAT THE JONES ACT
CAN DO FOR YOU!
The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, also known as the Jones Act, provides protections and just compensation for seamen and others who work offshore on U.S. territorial waters. Jones Act cases are very specific and especially complicated, requiring you to have a skilled and experienced attorney to assist you in navigating their complexities.
Get compensation for offshore injuries
resulting from:
- Explosions
- Blowouts of oil, gas, and other chemicals
- Spills
- Slips and falls
- Machines
- Engine room fires
- Sliding freight and deck slams
- Net hauling and rigging
- Toxic exposures
- Falling overboard
- Physical assault
- Natural disasters, such as earthquakes and hurricanes
Do you qualify for protection under the Jones Act?
Remember, traditional workers' compensation does not lend itself to offshore workers. Get protected under the Jones Act today! The act applies to individuals who work more than 30% of their hours on-board and more than 3 nautical miles offshore. In addition, the Death on the High Seas Act allows survivors of someone killed while working at sea to pursue compensation for damages.
Find out if you qualify under the Jones Act in a FREE consultation today!
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