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The New Orleans Jones Act attorneys at The Young Firm represent injured maritime workers.  We maintain a legal blog about topicss that affect seamen in the Gulf Mexico and beyond. Learn more about your rights. If you've been injured while working at sea, The Young Firm has the resources to help you.  Call 866-938-6113 to learn more.
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Jones Act Damages

2/18/2012

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Great Brands of Non-Slip Work Shoes for Seamen

To help prevent a slip and fall accident when working on a ship, you should wear non-slip work shoes. Call 1-866-938-6113 for help with Jones Act injury claims.

2/17/2012

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Slip and Fall Boat Accidents: When the Pain Comes Later

Bumps and bruises are common after a slip and fall boat accident, but when pain lingers, it may be time to file a Jones Act claim. Call 1-866-938-6113 for help.

2/16/2012

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7 Tips for Basic Barge Safety for Maritime Workers

Follow these 7 tips to help increase your safety while working aboard an offshore barge. Call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100 for maritime injury claim help.

2/14/2012

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No-Slip Deck Material Could Prevent a Slip and Fall Ship Accident

Non-slip deck material can help save Jones Act shipping employees from a slip and fall accident. Call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100 for maritime injury help.

2/10/2012
Timothy J. Young
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Seeking Compensation for Your Pain and Suffering from Offshore Injury

Your emotional damages and the impact a serious injury has on your life can be evidence to obtain pain and suffering damages. Call 866-938-6113 for help.

2/8/2012
Timothy J. Young
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Figuring out Fringe Benefits You’ve Lost Out On After an Accident

Fringe benefits are things like meals and lodging you would’ve received had your injury not kept you from work. Call 866-938-6113 or 504-680-4100 for help.

1/31/2012
Timothy J. Young
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Placing Value on a Jones Act Claim Settlement for Maritime Accidents

How damages are settled in Jones Act claims may keep you from filing a Workers' Comp claim. Call a Louisiana maritime lawyer: 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

1/30/2012
Timothy J. Young
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Louisiana Maritime Lawyer Explains What Was the Maximum Jones Act Cure

Call a Louisiana maritime lawyer after maritime accidents leave you wondering what was the Jones Act maximum cure stage. Call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

1/30/2012
Timothy J. Young
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Jones Act Claims: Knowing Whether You're Covered

Before deciding to file Workers' Comp or Jones Act claims, get the advice of a Louisiana maritime accidents lawyer. Call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

1/28/2012
Timothy J. Young
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What was the Jones Act law for lost wages after maritime accidents?

Maritime accidents can put seamen in a financial jam, so seek help from a Jones Act law firm in Louisiana by calling 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

1/18/2012
Timothy J. Young
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Your Jones Act Claim is Unique and So Is Its Value

No two Jones Act claims are alike, and there’s no way to guarantee a claim's value. Attorneys may help with an estimate; call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

1/16/2012
Timothy J. Young
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Proving Injury in Jones Act Injury Claim with Help from a Boat Accident Attorney

Have an attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana help you provide evidence of your injuries after an oil rig explosion. Call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

1/11/2012
Timothy J. Young
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6 Types of Compensation Your Jones Act Claim Should Cover

Knowing what kinds of compensation you may be entitled to can help estimate the value of your Jones Act claim. For help, call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

1/9/2012
Timothy J. Young
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Why an Employer is a Bad Source of Information on Jones Act Rights

Your employer may not be the most informed or honest source about your Jones Act injury claim rights. For trusted help, call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

12/27/2011
Timothy J. Young
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The 5 Common Types of Negligence in a Jones Act Negligence Claim

Your employer may be guilty of one these 5 common types of Jones Act negligence. If your injury was caused by the fault of another, call 866-938-6113 for help.

12/21/2011
Timothy J. Young
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Surprising Ways Your Employer May Hinder Your Jones Act Claim

Jones Law is complicated, notwithstanding the many ways your employer can impede your ability to gather evidence of their negligence. Call: 866-938-6113.

12/20/2011
Timothy J. Young
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2 Potential Types of Employer Negligence in a Piracy Incident

Your employer may be held liable for failing to provide adequate preventive measures against piracy. For offshore injury, call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

12/20/2011
Timothy J. Young
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5 Ways Your Employer Can Increase Prevention of Pirate Attacks

There are precautions and methods your employer can use to help reduce the risk of international piracy. Maritime claims call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

12/19/2011
Timothy J. Young
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The Jones Law: Protecting Seamen Injured in Lafayette Maritime Accidents

A Jones Act attorney in Louisiana may be able to help if you have been injured in a U.S. maritime accident. Call today – 866-938-6113 or 504-680-4100.

12/19/2011
Timothy J. Young
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International Protections and Laws against Piracy

There are international protocols and laws that help protect seamen from attacks of piracy. For offshore injury, call 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

12/14/2011
Timothy J. Young
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International Waters Known for Piracy

It’s best to avoid travel in international waters known for piracy. If you’re injured working overseas, call maritime lawyers: 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

12/8/2011
Timothy J. Young
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Jones Act Law Louisiana: 4 Tips for Reporting a Maritime Accident

A Jones Act attorney in Louisiana can be your legal advocate when you suffer maritime injuries under the Jones law. Call today – 866-938-6113 or 504-680-4100.

11/30/2011
Timothy J. Young
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Injured Your Back Under Admiralty Law? Avoid Aggravating the Injury

If you have been injured under admiralty law, avoid worsening the injury and contact an injury lawyer in New Orleans for help: 1-866-938-6113 or 1-504-680-4100.

11/28/2011
Timothy J. Young
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Hire a Boat Accident Attorney before Accepting a Louisiana Settlement

Call a boat accident attorney after suffering a maritime accident. Attorneys in Lafayette, La., handle local and national cases – 866-938-6113 or 504-680-4100.

11/14/2011
Timothy J. Young
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Protect Louisiana Maritime Claim; Hire a Boat Accident Attorney

Call a boat accident attorney if you’ve fallen victim to a maritime accident. Attorneys in Lafayette, La., handle U.S. cases – 866-938-6113 or 504-680-4100.


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