seaman's release
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Definitions from Case Law
From 317 U.S. 239 - Garrett v. Co · 1942Most cited · 1,091 citing opinions
the burden is upon one who sets up a seaman's release to show that it was executed freely, without deception or coercion, and that it was made by the seaman with full understanding of his rights. The adequacy of the consideration and the nature of the medical and legal advice available to the seaman at the time of signing the release are relevant to an appraisal of this understanding.