What if I am injured while working on a crab boat or other fishing vessel?

If you are injured while working on a crab boat or other fishing vessel, you may have rights under maritime law. In New Hampshire, maritime injury laws protect workers who are injured while working on or around a waterway. These laws are often more generous than the laws that govern injuries from working on land. If you are injured while on a vessel, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your injuries under several different types of maritime laws, such as the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Act, and the Merchant Marine Act. Each of these laws has different eligibility requirements and may provide different types of compensation or benefits. In order to claim benefits or compensation for a maritime injury, you must be able to prove that the injury occurred while you were working at sea, and that the injury was caused by someone else, either on the vessel or from a third party. You must also be able to prove that you were employed by a ship or vessel that is engaged in maritime commerce. If you have been injured while working on a crab boat or other fishing vessel in New Hampshire, it is important to seek legal advice as soon as possible. Maritime law is complicated and the amount of compensation you can receive varies depending on the type of injury and other factors. An experienced maritime attorney can help you navigate these laws and fight for your rights and the compensation you deserve.

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