When dealing with a business that’s deciding between United States Longshore & Harbor coverage (USL&H insurance) versus standard Workers’ Compensation insurance, it’s important to break down the differences between the two for a prospective [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Commercial Marine

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In light of a recent ruling by the Florida Supreme Court, workers’ compensation premiums could potentially be scheduled to increase a total of 17.1 percent. The increase, enacted by the National Council on Compensation [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Workers Compensation

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If you’re not convinced that your business needs Workers’ Comp for Ship Repairers, consider the tools, processes, and materials your team uses for their work. Welding, cutting, grinding and shot blasting steel, aluminum, lead, [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Marine Repairers Ship Repairers Workers Compensation

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It’s no secret that working in the marine industry comes with inherent risks, especially for those who build or repair boats and other watercraft. One of the most common safety hazards, in fact, has [...]

Posted by Merrimac Marine in: Marine Repairers Workers Compensation

Tagged: ABYC Insurance Liability Marine Repairers Program Workers Compensation