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How does the Jones Act differ from Workers Compensation?

April 26, 2017ACT compensation differ Jones Workers

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How does the Jones Act differ from Workers Compensation?

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The Jones Act, a federal statute, serves the same purpose as state Workers’ Compensation statutes, but without the substantial benefit limitations imposed by them. In this respect, Jones Act claims more closely resemble traditional personal injury lawsuits.