Seafarer’s death after medical repatriation
Monday, November 5, 2018, 8:45 p.m. By Atty. Dennis R. Gorecho Heirs of a deceased seafarer cannot be denied of death benefits even if he dies after his medical repatriation as long as its cause (the work-related injury or illness) had occurred during the term of his employment. Under the POEA approved employment contract,…