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What is Singapore Law in Seamen Compensation Case about?
The document summarizes a case heard by the National Seamen Board regarding death benefits for the widow of a Filipino seaman who died while employed on a Singaporean-registered vessel. The Board ruled that Singaporean law should apply in determining benefits, as the vessel was registered there and the employment agreement specified benefits would be determined by the greater of Philippine or vessel registry law. The Supreme Court upheld this decision, finding that the Board has authority to apply foreign l
- Author
- Benina Bautista
- Language
- EN