Title 33 — Navigation and Navigable WatersRelease 119-73
§911 Guardian for minor or incompetent
Title 33 › Chapter CHAPTER 18— - LONGSHORE AND HARBOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION › § 911
Summary
The deputy commissioner can ask a court that has authority to appoint a guardian or other representative for anyone who is a minor or who is mentally unable to manage their affairs. That guardian will collect any payments due to the person under this chapter and will carry out the duties and use the powers the person would have under this chapter.
Full Legal Text
Title 33, §911
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The deputy commissioner may require the appointment by a court of competent jurisdiction, for any person who is mentally incompetent or a minor, of a guardian or other representative to receive compensation payable to such person under this chapter and to exercise the powers granted to or to perform the duties required of such person under this chapter.
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33 U.S.C. § 911
Title 33 — Navigation and Navigable Waters
Last Updated
Apr 6, 2026
Release point: 119-73