The Basics of the Maritime Lien
In 1910 Congress passed the Federal Maritime Lien Act to encourage growth in the merchant marine industry and attempt to create a unified theory among maritime liens. However, maritime liens…
Limitation of Liability in Maritime Law
Within the contents of United States Maritime Law, the Limitation of Liability Act of 1851 states that the owner of a vessel may limit damage claims to the value of…
What Is “Maintenance and Cure,” and How Does It Affect Me?
When a seaman suffers injury or illness in service of their vessel, whether they are a commercial or merchant seaman, they are eligible to receive “Maintenance and Cure” which are…
Shipowner’s Liability
As America’s premier maritime personal injury firm, Friedman, James & Buchsbaum prides ourselves on the results we receive for our client’s as well as our eagerness to keep you informed…