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THE JONES ACT
Maritime workers knowingly engage in extremely risky work, and the Jones Act provides such workers with protection against the negligence of an employer or any other employees or agents.
While the other remedies discussed can be brought against the owner of a vessel regardless of whether negligence caused the injury, the Jones Act specifically protects a seaman against the negligence of an employer or another employee.
It is this protection against the negligence of other employees that makes the Jones Act so valuable. Before adoption of the Jones Act, there was no such remedy available in general maritime law.
The intention of the Jones Act was to provide broad compensation to maritime workers who undertake risky tasks for their job at every turn. If you have been injured as a result of your employer or co-employee’s negligence, you have access to the comprehensive coverage of this law. You may be entitled not only to financial compensation, but also to rehabilitation, medical expenses, living expenses, and even occupational rehabilitation.
Only an experienced at attorney can protect your rights and get you on the road to recovery. If you are searching “Jones Act lawyer Houston” contact an attorney at Kirkendall Dwyer LLP today. Let us be the team behind you.
Definition of Seaman and Examples of Vessels Covered by the Jones Act
What does the Jones Act Provides
Damages and Defenses Under the Jones Act
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