How Offshore Drilling Co. Negligence is Defined under Jones Law (Part A)

There are many ways a worker for an offshore drilling co. can be injured while on the job. Under maritime and Jones law, you have rights that are protected until the Jones Act statute of limitations expires. While some accidents may be due to your own fault and unsupported by most of the maritime laws, in cases of Jones Act negligence you have additional rights.

Defining Jones Act Negligence under Jones Law

The foundation of your Jones Act negligence claim is the evidence proving that another party was responsible for causing your accident and injuries. Typically in these cases it is your employer who is held liable for your injuries due to negligence for employee and worksite safety.

There are many types of negligence that can be present on maritime jobsites with an offshore drilling co. or oil rig, including:

• failure to provide safety equipment;

• improper maintenance of facilities or equipment;
• disregard for safety violation reports;
• ignoring reports of hazards; and
• forcing employees to work in hazardous or inadequate conditions.

With as many types of negligence as there are, it can often be difficult to determine how your injuries were caused by the fault of another. When you’re not sure how to prove the cause of your injuries, it's best to contact an attorney who handles Jones law cases to assess your claim.

After examining your situation an attorney may be able to help you file a claim before the Jones Act statute of limitations runs out. Once your claim is established, you can work with your attorney to develop the proper evidence necessary to prove your case against the offshore drilling co. you worked for when your accident occurred.

Dealing with a Jones law claim can be frustrating and difficult, especially if you've no prior knowledge of how a Jones Act negligence claim is determined. Continue reading to learn more about the time limits imposed on your right to file a claim by the Jones Act statute of limitations.

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