What is the Death on the High Seas Act?
The DHOSA (Death on the High Seas Act) is an admiralty law that covers wrongful death occurring three or more miles away from the United States shoreline. Unlike other types of wrongful death cases, however, the DHOSA does not provide damages for pain and suffering, loss of companionship, and other non-economic considerations.
If you have lost a loved one and believe that you have cause to file suit under the DHOSA, please call Hickey Law Firm at 305-371-8000 to schedule a free consultation today. Located in Miami, our award-wining maritime attorneys serve families struggling with wrongful death throughout the United States.
Attorney John H. (Jack) Hickey and his team handle a wide range of cases, including but not limited to cruise ship accidents, admiralty and maritime accident cases, medical malpractice, wrongful death, premises liability, railroad accidents and car accidents. We represent victims from all over the nation, the world and the state of Florida.