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Maersk-Filipinas Crewing Inc. vs. Alferos

MAERSK-FILIPINAS CREWING INC.; AND A.P. MOLLER A/S, PETITIONERS, V. EDGAR S. ALFEROS, RESPONDENT.

G.R. No. 216795 | 2019-04-01

D E C I S I O N'
BERSAMIN, C.J.:
 
The assessment made by the company-designated physician of the condition of the seafarer is controlling on the determination of the claim for disability benefits for the seafarer. The filing of a claim based on the assessment of his condition by the seafarer's chosen physician without his having given to the employer notice of his intent to submit his condition for assessment by a third physician is premature and in violation of the provisions of the POEA-Standard Employment Contract (POEA-SEC).
 
The Case
 
This appeal stems from the claim for disability benefits, sick wages, damages, and...