Category Archives: Jones Act vs. Workers’ Comp

MALFUNCTIONING EQUIPMENT LEAVES WORKER DISABLED – Bill Ogletree

One of the primary goals of the Jones Act is to protect maritime workers when they are injured. Traditional Workers’ Compensation plans do not always apply to maritime workers. With the Jones Act, workers can rest assured that if they … Continue reading

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UNTREATED FROSTBITE LEADS TO AMPUTATION – Bill Ogletree

Your maritime accident attorney works for you, not your employer. That makes him or her your strongest ally in your maritime claim. It does not matter how long you have worked for your employer – if and when you file … Continue reading

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