Jones Act Lawyers
The Ogletree Abbott Law Firm is a nationally recognized Jones Act Law Firm that represents injured Jones Act workers all over the world. We are number one on the Internet, we “wrote the book” on the Jones Act, have the highest Martindale-Hubbell ranking of AV and always put the interests of our clients above all else. More importantly, we are easy to talk to and always willing to answer any Jones Act question and discuss your personal situation. We stand ready to quickly provide help to you and your family. Call us today at 1-800-JonesAct or use our Live Chat feature where you can type in questions and receive an immediate typed response from one of our firm’s lawyers.
All Jones Act Lawyers Are Not Created Equal
Lawyers have different levels of education, training, experience, dedication and compassion. Injured Jones Act workers should be cautious of lawyers who may be connected to insurance companies or employers. For example, when a Jones Act lawyer says that they have “experience” with or connections to employers, insurance companies or judges, you should begin thinking about how many “masters” they are serving. On the other hand, the Jones Act Attorneys at the Ogletree Abbott Law Firm only represent injured workers and never represent an employer, insurance company or get involved in judicial politics. We owe no one, except our clients and to them we pledge our complete loyalty.
Jones Act Information
The Jones Act is a federal law that regulates shipping in the United States. The proper reference to this act is the Merchant Marine Act
of 1920. It was sponsored by Senator Wesley L. Jones and is therefore referred to as the "Jones Act." This law has been amended many times and
was recently re-codified.
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Jones Act, Workers Compensation
And Longshore Claims
Jones Act job injuries are distinctly different from Workers' Compensation injuries and Longshore Compensation injuries. If you work on a ship, boat, barge, fishing boat, or any term that contains the word boat or ship, you are likely covered by the Jones Act. If you work on an offshore drilling rig you are most likely covered by the Jones Act. If you work anywhere in the water or near the water, you might be covered by the Jones Act. Workers who previously were classified under the Longshore Harbor Workers Act may now be covered by the Jones Act.
Do not assume that you are covered by Workers Compensation, Longshore Compensation or any other law until you talk to one of our experienced Jones Act attorneys. Do not listen to your employer, their insurance company or their doctor. Do not listen to anyone about the law except an experienced Jones Act attorney. Call the Ogletree Abbott Law Firm at 1800JonesAct and let us quickly tell you if you have choices and what each choice will mean to you as to medical care, weekly checks and your settlement.
It's not just about the money; it's about your health. You should not settle for a company doctor or HMO type doctor when we can help you to get the best available medical treatment and make your employer pay for every penny of it. Good medical care could mean the difference between going back to work or being partially or totally disabled. We know the best doctors all across the country. Use our experience in this most important decision.
An Invitation to Ask Questions
We invite you to call us at 1-800-JonesAct and speak to one of the lawyers at the Ogletree Abbott Law Firm. There is no cost or obligation to call and speak with us about your potential Jones Act claim. There are no bad questions. You don’t even need to ask a question because we can explain the basics of Jones Act law to you and point out some things that you need to know. Don’t be shy about the idea of talking to a “Lawyer.” Most of us come from blue-collar homes and worked out way through college and law school. We promise that your visit with us will be a pleasant and meaningful experience. You will certainly learn things that will be helpful to you. Everything that we discuss will be kept confidential. Please call us today and let’s visit about your situation, your concerns and what you need, right now, not tomorrow. Thank you for visiting our website and know that we are ready to help you in every way that we can.
