answersLogoWhite

0

The Jones Act Law provides safety for workers who work on ships and who are responsible for transporting goods by ship all over the world. The Jones Act is also a federal law in the United States of America.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What does a Jones Act lawyer specialize in?

A Jones Act lawyer specializes in Admiralty and Maritime law. Jones Act lawyer's specialization includes protecting rights of injured maritime workers.


When did the Financial Services Modernization Act become law?

The Financial Services Modernization Act was signed into law by President Bill Clinton in late 1999.


What is the next organic act after the jones law?

The next organic act after the Jones Law (the Jones Act of 1916) was the Tydings-McDuffie Act of 1934. This act provided for the eventual independence of the Philippines after a ten-year transition period, establishing a Commonwealth government. It also aimed to prepare the Philippines for self-governance and included provisions for the protection of Filipino interests.


Jones act 1916?

The Jones Act, also known as the Jones Law, the Philippine Autonomy Act and the Act of Congress of August 29, 1916, was passed by the United States Congress. It acted as a constitution of the Philippines and created the first fully elected Philippine legislature.


What law gave Puerto Ricans American citizenship in 1917?

The Jones Act.


What is a law firm?

A law firm is a business that provides legal services to its customers. For example, some law firms may employ attorneys to provide legal representation for clients. Some law firms may provide legal advice to other businesses. A law firm may provide a range of legal services, or it may specialise in one area of law and legal services.


The law giving US citizenship to the residents of Puerto Rico was the?

The Jones Act of 1917.


A 1917 law gave Puerto Ricans?

It was the Jones Act that gave them the right of citizenship.


What did a 1917 law give Puerto Rico?

Jones-Shafroth Act gave them U.S. citizenship .


How many bankruptcy law firms currently provide services in Miami?

There are several bankruptcy law firms that provide services in Miami. A comprehensive list is here: http://lawyers.findlaw.com/lawyer/firm/Bankruptcy-Law/Miami/Florida.


Where can I learn more about Jones Act settlements?

The Jones Act is US federal legislation that deals with maritime law. If you are or were a Merchant Marine then it may apply to you. For more info on the topic and why you may want to contact a lawyer, visit this page: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-the-jones-act.htm


What is the purpose of will writing How do you do it?

Thanks for the information. Are there any law firms that provide these services?