The Jones Act was written to help injured seaman.  It protects seaman who are injured during their Jones Act employment.  

Seaman include workers on ships, offshore oil rigs, dredges, barges, boats, supply boats, shrimp boats, trawlers, crab boats, vessels in the Gulf of Mexico, the oceans, inter-coastal waterways, commercial divers, dive boats, jack-up rigs, and other vessels.

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  • 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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