If a fisherman files a claim for benefits under this chapter and also files a claim against the protection and indemnity insurance policy of the vessel owner, the vessel owner is entitled to receive a benefit, not to exceed the amount of the actual loss, that is the lesser of
(1) the full amount of the protection and indemnity insurance policy deductible; or
(2) $5,000.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Title 23. Labor and Workers' Compensation
Chapter 35. Commercial Fishermen's Fund
Sec. 23.35.010. Creation of Fishermen's Fund Advisory and Appeals Council.
Sec. 23.35.020. Appointment and composition of council.
Sec. 23.35.030. Commissioner or designee as chair.
Sec. 23.35.040. Duties of commissioner and council.
Sec. 23.35.060. Creation and administration of fishermen's fund.
Sec. 23.35.080. Emergency treatment for cardio-vascular diseases.
Sec. 23.35.090. Assistance after discharge.
Sec. 23.35.100. Transportation, hospital, nursing, medical, and surgical expenses.
Sec. 23.35.110. Contracts for care.
Sec. 23.35.120. Cooperation with other agencies.
Sec. 23.35.130. Duration of care.
Sec. 23.35.140. Limitation on benefits.