Jones Act Cases

Library for Jones Act Cases:

• Jones Act Seaman Status and Legal Protection   
  Description: In order for an injured worker to recover compensation under the Jones Act, he must be considered a seaman. This article discusses the criteria in determining seaman status and the rights of injured seamen. Contact a Jones Act lawyer at 713.224.7800 for legal advice.
• Merchant Marine Act of 1920 a.k.a. Jones Act   
  Description: The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, also referred to as the Jones Act, provides protection for seamen’s rights. This article discusses the history of this law, as well as seamen’s rights under the law.
• Burn Injuries and the Jones Act   
  Description: Working on a vessel can be dangerous and burn injuries are common. This article discusses the causes of burns offshore and the compensation available for injured seamen. Contact Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C. at (877) 724-7800 for advice regarding your Jones Act case.
• Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident on Deck?   
  Description: Slippery decks are common causes of serious injuries among maritime workers. Vujasinovic & Beckcom discuss the legal rights of maritime workers when they are injured in slip and fall accidents offshore. Contact our Jones Act lawyers at (877) 724-7800 for advice regarding your offshore injury case.
• Assaults on Ships and Other Vessels   
  Description: If you have been the victim of an assault while working on a ship or other vessel, you may be entitled to compensation under the Jones Act. Vujasinovic & Beckcom discuss assault cases and your legal rights as a victim. Contact our Jones Act lawyers at (877) 724-7800 for advice regarding your maritime case.
• Vessel Fires That Cause Injuries   
  Description: Fires frequently occur on vessels and if you have been the victim of a burn injury, you need to know your legal rights. Vujasinovic & Beckcom discuss burn injury cases and the legal rights of injured seamen. Contact our Jones Act lawyers at (877) 724-7800 for advice regarding your maritime case.
• Neck Injury Sustained on a Cruise Ship   
  Description: If you have suffered a neck injury while working on a cruise ship, you may be entitled to compensation. Vujasinovic & Beckcom discuss neck injuries and the legal rights of cruise ship employees. Contact our cruise ship lawyers at (877) 724-7800 for advice regarding your cruise ship injury case.
• How Much is Maintenance and Cure?   
  Description: Injured seamen are entitled to maintenance and cure. Vujasinovic & Beckcom discuss maintenance and cure benefits and additional compensation for injured offshore workers. Contact us today at (877) 724-7800 if you have been injured on a vessel or if your employer refuses to pay you maintenance and cure.
• Things to consider before you give a recorded statement to the company after an offshore injury.   
  Description: Board-certified maritime injury attorney Brian Beckcom discusses whether to give a recorded statement after an offshore injury.
• Jones Act Seaman Rights to payment of medical bills, medical treatment, and living expenses   
  Description: Board Certified Jones Act injury and accident attorney Brian Beckcom explains the rights of injured seaman to payment of medical bills, medical treatment, and living expenses

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Case Results for Jones Act Cases:

• Offshore Welder Obtains $225,000 Settlement One Day Before Trial

Awarded: $225,000.00

Blog for Jones Act Cases

• When is a Worker Considered to be a Jones Act Seaman?
• Is a Maintenance Worker Protected Under the Jones Act?
• Offshore Neck Injury
• Maintenance and Cure – Compensation for Injured Seamen
• Read the latest article by Mr. Beckcom on whether to give a recorded statement after an offshore injury
• King Fisher Marine dredge worker killed in Houston Ship Channel
• Our firm hired by another Norweigian Cruise Lines employee to file cruise ship injury case against NCL
• Slip and Fall Accidents Offshore
• The Jones Act and Maritime Injuries explained
• Offshore injury case against Nabors Offshore and Aramark leads to substantial settlement
• Blake Offshore pays substantial settlement to injured offshore worker weeks before trial
• Deckhand who suffered back injury settles case against tug boat company
• Transocean and Art Catering agree to settlement with injured cook
• Injured offshore? Read the latest article by the attorney who "wrote the book" on Jones Act and maritime injury cases
• Jones Act injury case against Waterman Steamship
• Injured worker sues D&S Marine Services under the Jones Act
• We are pleased to announce the coming publication of The Complete Guide to Jones Act & Maritime Injury Claims
• Offshore back and neck injuries at sea, on vessels, or on offshore oil rigs
• Jones Act Lawsuit Against Kirby Inland Marine and Capital Inland Marine
• Preventing offshore slip and fall injuries by using non-slip coatings on walking and working surfaces
• Can I negotiate an offshore injury case myself without hiring an attorney?
• Resolve Marine Hit With Jones Act Lawsuit After Boat Crashes Into Jetty
• SEAMEN'S ALERT - Important Warning for Injured Offshore Workers and Seamen
• Injured Worker Sues Horizon Offshore Following Back Injury
• Kirby Inland Marine Lawsuit Filed by Injured Tankerman
• Seaman Settles Jones Act Case
• Jones Act Seaman Files Suit Claiming Exploding Hose Caused Burn Injuries

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