Martime Law covers legal affairs and dealings between ship owners, crew members, passengers and cargoes on the high seas and other navigable waters. The Jones Act is a federal maritime law that provided benefits to employees who are injured on sea going vessels on navigable waters.

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Q: What Is Maritime Law versus Jones Act?

A: Martime Law covers legal affairs and dealings between ship owners, crew members, passengers and cargoes on the high seas and other navigable waters. The Jones Act is a federal maritime law that provided benefits to employees who are injured on sea going vessels on navigable waters.


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