This is a particularly important question for Beaufort County, given the area’s significant marine, military, and coastal industries. Workers injured on navigable waters, including fishing, commercial boating, and port workers, may be covered by federal maritime law rather than (or in addition to) South Carolina workers’ compensation. The Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), and general maritime law can provide benefits that are sometimes greater than those under state workers’ comp. If you work on or near the water in Beaufort, it is essential to consult an attorney who can identify which system applies to your situation.