What is the difference between the Jones Act and LHWCA?

 

A: While both provide medical benefits to marine-related workers, the Jones Act only covers seamen  while the Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act, or LHWCA, provides for other employees in areas that support the maritime industry such as dock workers, longshoremen and  shipyards in rivers, canals and waterways. Under the LHWCA, an employer does not have to be at fault for the injury; that is the same as under worker’s compensation plans. The Jones Act has a three-year statute of limitations to file a lawsuit for injuries. The LHWCA has a one-year time frame to file a benefits claim.

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