On November 18, 2022, Seacor Marine evacuated the Lift Boat Robert. At the time, the vessel was in the Gulf of Mexico southeast of Galveston, Texas. According to reports, an aerial inspection of the lift boat raised concerns that it was off position on one side. Due to concerns regarding weather conditions, the lift boat was evacuated.
It was just last year, on April 13, 2021, that the 129 foot lift boat SEACOR POWER capsized south of Port Fourchon, Louisiana. The boat was about 8 miles south of Port Fourchon at the time of the incident.
There have been a number of recent incidents involving vessels. There was a deadly accident on the heavy cargo carrier UHL FORTUNE on November 11, 2022. There was a recreational boat fire in Destin, Florida on November 12, 2022. There was an explosion on the offshore support vessel ATHENA on November 17, 2022. There was a fire on the chemical tanker vessel ATLANTIC LILY on November 18, 2022.
It can be dangerous to work in any industry when safety considerations are not taken seriously. This is especially so when working on a large ship. Safe maritime companies must ensure that their ships do not put the lives of their passengers or workers at risk. Safe maritime companies must be proactive and take preventative measures, including regular maintenance and repairs, as well as ensuring its crew members are adequately trained.
Our experienced lawyers handle maritime personal injury and wrongful death litigation of all kinds and the skills needed to represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or those who have been seriously injured as a result of a cargo operation on a vessel. The lawyers of Spagnoletti Law Firm have handled maritime lawsuits throughout the country including those involving crane and cargo accidents.
The experienced and aggressive vessel accident attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was a victim of a maritime accident. There are strict and short time limits on making claims related to maritime injuries, so please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or 877-678-5864 to learn more about your rights.