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Jones Act Inclusion of Surfboards as ‘Vessels’ Creates W.C. Issues for Hawaii

What is the Jones Act? Otherwise known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, the Jones Act brought into maritime law new rules of liability never before applied under the general maritime law. Section 33 of the Merchant Marine Act … Continue reading

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