What Is Considered A Vessel Under The Jones Act?

Maritime workers who qualify as seamen under the Jones Act may be entitled to compensation from their employers after an on-the-job injury that was caused by employer negligence.

One of the requirements of qualifying as a seaman is that the worker must be more or less permanently connected to a vessel or a fleet of vessels.

What is considered a vessel under the Jones Act? While many people may think of a vessel as any type of ship or boat, the determination can be much more complex.

This video offers a basic outline of what generally constitutes a vessel under the Jones Act. Read more about what is considered a vessel here: https://www.thelambertfirm.com/maritime-injury/what-is-considered-a-vessel-under-the-jones-act/

If you were injured while working on the water and are unsure of whether you were working aboard a vessel, the maritime lawyers at The Lambert Firm can help. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Our firm is based in New Orleans, Louisiana, but we help injured maritime workers from across the United States.

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