If you are out in the ocean enjoying a beautiful cruise or working hard to make a living, maritime and admiralty laws apply to you. There are laws, which cover free medical treatment to those who need it, and laws that cover a workers' compensation as well. All of these laws are set up to hopefully prevent a lawsuit or maritime personal injury. Should someone get very sick or become involved in an accident, a maritime personal injury lawyer would be the perfect person to contact for guidance though all the legalities.