3 Ways Filing a Jones Act Claim in New Orleans Can be Complex

You may think a Jones Act claim is just like any other claim but it's not. In most cases, to receive a fair and full settlement, you may need to hire the assistance of a Jones Act attorney. Based in New Orleans, the Young Law Firm represents Jones Act cases around the country and has argued many cases similar to yours.

3 Reasons Why a Jones Act Claim Can Be Complex

Filing a claim under the Jones Act can have many complications, including the 3 listed below, which is why hiring an attorney is advised: 

• you first have to prove you're a seaman;
• you have to verify that your injuries were the direct result of your accident; and
• you have to establish that the kind of vessel you were on falls under the Jones Act. 

If you're not considered a seaman, you may be denied the right to file a claim. This step of the process is important because it won't be until after you're proven to be a seaman that you can file a Jones Act claim. 

Considering the fragility of your case, speak to a Jones act attorney from the New Orleans based Young Law Firm to help you seek justice and get the compensation you need and deserve for your injuries.

Contact a Jones Act Attorney at the New Orleans Young Law Firm

The Jones Act law provides you with certain protections your employer may not want you to know about. A Jones Act attorney from The Young Firm in New Orleans, Louisiana, can help you if you have suffered boating accident injuries, an offshore accident or other injuries that fall under maritime law.

Though we are based in Louisiana, we are ready and able to help injured victims throughout the U.S. Order our free Maritime Injury Law guide and/or our guide to what to do when you are injured offshore to learn all about your rights as an injured worker.

When you are ready to get started with your Jones Act injury case, we urge you to contact us today for a FREE case evaluation - call 504-680-4100 or tollfree at 866-938-6113.