general maritime law
General maritime law is a common law concept whose origin is rooted in historical sea codes and requires the owner of the vessel to provide the entire crew with transportation, wages, room and board (maintenance), and medical services (cure) for the duration of the voyage.
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This condition applies even if the illness or injury is not job-related. Further, the crew member may sue the owner of the ship for additional damages by citing the unseaworthiness of the craft.
