Title: Maritime Law
http://www.1800jonesact.com/
Are you covered by the Jones Act? - The term "seamen" has been defined to include workers on Offshore Oil Rigs, Stationary Production Rigs, Tug Boats, Barges, Cruise Ships, Private Yachts, Charter Boats, Riverboat Casinos, Shrimp Boats, Fishing Boats, Trawlers, Tankers, Crew Boats, Ferries, Water Taxis, and any other vessels on waters classified as "navigable" which includes intra-coastal waterways, rivers, canals, lakes and bays.
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Understanding Impacts of Superstitions on Decision Making Behavior
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