Category Archives: Maritime Law
Lawsuits Emerge From Boat Fire That Killed 34
Thirty-four people lost their lives on the California diving boat Conception. Could a law limiting the liability of the boat owners prevent them from successfully filing claims against the boat’s owners? According to one maritime legal expert, claims against boat owners and companies fail about 50% of the time due to regulatory limitations of… Read More »
Four Reasons You Need a Miami Boat Accident Attorney
If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury while aboard a boat, cruise ship, or other watercraft (e.g., jet ski, sea-doo, etc.), retaining the services of an experienced Miami boating accident lawyer is critically important to protect your rights and ensure you are properly compensated for your harms and losses. You may… Read More »
Developments in Cruise Line Law Offers Hope for Passengers
Recent changes in the law may have a big impact on the cruise industry. A U.S. Court of Appeals has ruled that cruise line companies will no longer be immune from suits when their hired doctors or other medical personnel give negligent care to cruise passengers. The Case The case that caused the 11th… Read More »
So What Is Maritime Law?
Maritime law is an important niche practice in Florida and other nearby water-bordering states. Maritime, or admiralty, law is what governs our common waters. Cruise ship accidents, private boating accidents, or jet ski accidents leading to personal injuries may invoke this area of the law. Lawsuits involving waterways can be very difficult to litigate… Read More »