Merriam Law

John Merriam is a former merchant seaman who has been practicing maritime law since 1982. Since 1996 his practice has been restricted to the representation of claimants for maritime wages and injury compensation exclusively. If you have problems on the job, have been injured at work, or have been cheated on your pay, John Merriam and his legal team are here to help. Seamen (including fishermen) who get hurt Or fall ill while working are entitled to the following benefits: Maintenance (daily living stipend), Cure (payment of medical bills) and Unearned Wages (wages that would have been earned while injured or ill).