Voluntary compensation maritime coverage endorsement

{
  "id": "MLC-T-INS-003490",
  "term": "Voluntary compensation maritime coverage endorsement",
  "field": "Insurance and risk management",
  "definition": "An addition to a workers' compensation policy that provides benefits for maritime employees who are not covered by federal maritime laws such as the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. This endorsement offers compensation for injuries or illnesses sustained in the course of employment, mirroring the benefits available under state workers' compensation statutes. It addresses gaps in coverage for certain maritime workers.",
  "subject": "Workers Compensation",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/voluntary-compensation-maritime-coverage-endorsement/"
}