Houston Jones Act & Maritime Lawyers

Houston, Texas based Jones Act & Maritime Lawyers, Arnold & Itkin LLP, have created this seaman's information resource addressing topics related to The Jones Act, maritime injury, and admiralty law.

If you are a seaman who has suffered a maritime injury while working as crew of a tanker, tug, barge, trawler, jack-up rig, semi-submersible rig, mobile offshore drilling rig, or other vessel, know your rights under the Jones Act and other maritime laws and contact a maritime lawyer for help.

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Jones Act & Maritime Lawyers

Arnold & Itkin LLP is an aggressive, experienced, and qualified Jones Act and maritime law firm. But more than that, we are trial lawyers. We have tried more than twenty cases in the past two years, which is more than some attorneys will try in their entire career.  If you have been seriously injured, you should contact a maritime lawyer for a free case evaluation. >>

The Jones Act

The Jones Act defines certain seaman's rights, including the rights of workers to seek and obtain compensation from their employers for injury caused by unseaworthiness of a vessel or the negligence of its owner, captain, or crew. >>

Maritime Law

Maritime law is a complex area of the law. Much of the law governing offshore and maritime injury comes from the Jones Act (the Merchant Marine Act of 1920), the Longshoreman and Harbor Workers Compensation Act, the Death on the High Seas Act, and General Maritime Law. At Arnold & Itkin LLP, we understand the rights defined by each. Read our comparison of maritime laws to learn how they differ, and whether they apply to your maritime injury claim. >>

Jones Act Seaman Status

The Jones Act does not clearly set forth what types of workers qualify as a Jones Act seaman. As a result, it is often difficult for maritime workers to determine their seaman status on their own. At Arnold & Itkin LLP, we can help you understand how the courts define "seaman" and about other factors that determine whether you qualify as a seaman whose rights are protected under the Jones Act. >>

Maritime Injury

Serious injury to a seaman impacts the victim not only physically, but also emotionally and financially. The impacts of a serious maritime injury, including immediate and long term issues that can affect the life of an injured seaman and his family, can remain long after the maritime injury occurred. If you have been seriously injured in an maritime accident due to the negligence of another person or your employer, you owe it to yourself to be as informed as possible about long term issues and costs that may result from your maritime injury. >>

Injured Seaman's Rights

An injured seaman’s rights are defined by the Jones Act and other maritime laws. At Arnold & Itkin LLP, we can help explain how your rights as a seaman apply to your offshore accident or maritime injury claim. >>

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Hiring a Jones Act & Maritime Injury Lawyer

When you are ready to hire a maritime lawyer, it is important to choose an experienced and qualified Jones Act and maritime law firm. This reference describes some of the traits you should look for when hiring a Jones Act and maritime lawyer to represent you in your offshore or maritime injury case. >>

Frequently Asked Questions

A list of common questions related to the Jones Act, maritime law, and personal injury claims. >>

Jones Act & Maritime Law Glossary

A list of Jones Act and maritime law terms with explanations that are easy to understand. >>

The Legal Process

A high level overview of the legal process for maritime injury lawsuits that are based on the Jones Act and other maritime laws. >>

To consult with an experienced Jones Act and maritime lawyer in a free initial consultation, call toll free (866) 222-2606 or contact us using the form on this page.