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What laws apply to the “seaman”?

April 26, 2017Laws seaman

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What laws apply to the “seaman”?

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Generally, seamen are covered under both the General Maritime Law of the United States, and under Federal Statutes, such as the Jones Act. The basis for recovery differ under the General Maritime Law and The Jones Act but the damages that can be obtained are the same.