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TYPES OF VESSELS COVERED BY THE JONES ACT
Definition of Seaman
As with maintenance and cure rights and claims of unseaworthiness, in order to have a claim under the Jones Act, an employee must be considered a seaman. A seaman must meet the following three elements:
- A seaman must be assigned to a specific vessel or an identifiable fleet of vessels.
- A seaman’s duties as an employee must contribute to the vessel’s particular mission.
- A seaman must spend a significant amount of time on the vessel. Therefore, if you are on the crew of a ship and spend at least 30% of your time working on a specific vessel or fleet of vessels under common ownership, then you likely will be considered a seaman, and will be covered by the Jones Act.
Examples of Vessels that are Covered Under the Jones Act
To be considered a seaman, one must be assigned to a vessel. Below are examples of what are commonly considered vessels:
- Tankers
- Cargo and Container Vessels
- Tugboats
- Barges
- Dredging Vessels
- Dive Boats
- Cruise Ships
- Workboats
- Offshore Drilling Rigs and Platforms
- Ferryboats
- Water Taxis
- Commercial Fish and Shrimp Boats
- Supply and Crew Boats
The Jones Act is a broadly construed statute that provides generously for injured seamen. From the captain of a ship to the deckhands and maids, all seamen are treated equally under the Jones Act. If you have been injured in an offshore accident, to receive the maximum amount to which you are entitled, you need an experienced, dedicated attorney to navigate the complex area of maritime law. Contact us today for a free case review,
and find out what your options are.
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