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The Complexity of Maritime Law

Maritime law, also referred to as admiralty law, governs navigation and shipping. Maritime laws in existence today are an elaborate web of domestic and international statutes. In the past, maritime law in the U.S. only applied to American tidal waters but now it extends to all waters navigable within the United States for interstate or foreign commerce. Maritime law differs from common law and these complex cases demand the expertise of a maritime law attorney. 

Maritime Law covers accidents that relate to:

• Shipping and Commerce
• Waters, including canals
• Seamen
• Navigation and Towage
• Wharves, docks and piers
• Insurance and Maritime liens
• Recreation on the water
• Piracy

A Maritime Injury Demands a Maritime Law Attorney

Maritime lawyers most often deal with maritime cases involving injuries. Unlike workers compensation laws, maritime law is specific to workers on navigable waters and the high seas. Employers are required to maintain reasonably safe working conditions and are liable for unsafe conditions and the negligence of any officers, agents or employees.

The Cause of Action Under Maritime Law

Money Damages Awarded Under Maritime Law

• Personal property damage
• Present and future medical bills
• Mental pain and suffering damages
• Lost past and future wages
• Permanent impairment/disfigurement
• Punitive damages
• Wrongful death damages
• Loss of enjoyment of life

Chad Pinkerton: The Expert Maritime law Attorney