Seamen Working Entirely Within Three-Mile Limit

If a seaman is employed by a company that operates exclusively within a three-mile limit of a state's shore, then state wage and hour laws may apply. This is a rather complicated area where federal and state laws may overlap and conflict. In general, it is important to understand that seamen working within a three mile radius of shore may be protected by several laws, including the possibility of collecting double wages under some circumstances.