Case Studies of Yacht Collisions: Lessons Learned From Real Incidents

Case Studies of Yacht Collisions Lessons Learned From Real Incidents

Yacht collisions can cause catastrophic damage, leading to devastating fatalities, damage to waterways, and hundreds of thousands of dollars in property damage. When these rare accidents occur, it’s crucial that other yacht owners, maritime workers, and employers learn important lessons so we can avoid making the same mistakes again. At the same time, it’s crucial…

Written by Doug Williams on September 15, 2024

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: What Are the Legal Consequences?

Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore

On March 26, a 200-million pound cargo vessel slammed into the iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing a total collapse and sending multiple cars into the Patapsco River. Six people are believed to be dead while another person is believed to be in critical condition at a local trauma center. The injuries suffered…

Written by Nicholas J. Neidzwski on March 28, 2024

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OceanGate Titan Submersible: Passengers or Crew?

The intensive 5-day search for closure with regards to what happened to the Titan submersible has come to an end. On June 22, the US Coast Guard confirmed that the vehicle imploded underwater; today, families and friends are grieving the loss of the 5 lives involved. The devastating events surrounding the Titan submersible last week…

Written by Doug Williams on July 5, 2023

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