There was a deadly tugboat accident in Daphne, Alabama on October 14, 2023. According to reports, a tugboat capsized on the Alabama River, resulting in one death. Additional details have not yet been released.
There have been a number of recent incidents involving vessels. On September 27, 2023, three men were ejected from a boat in Biscayne Bay. A fire broke out on the container ship OOCL SHANGHAI on October 1, 2023. A fire broke out on the container ship LUNA MAERSK on October 2, 2023. There was a deadly boating collision in Havre de Grace, Maryland on October 2, 2023. The tug boat BONNIE G was grounded on October 4, 2023. A small boat capsized off the coast of New Jersey on October 7, 2023. There was a fire on board the general cargo ship ANN ROUSING on October 13, 2023.
It can be dangerous to work in any industry when safety considerations are not taken seriously. Safe offshore vessel owners and operators must ensure that their ships do not put the lives of hard working men and women at risk. Safe companies must be proactive and take preventative measures, including regular maintenance and repairs, to also ensure that the environment is not impacted.
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 maritime accident. The lawyers of Spagnoletti Law Firm have handled maritime lawsuits throughout the country.
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 an accident on a ship. 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 to learn more about your rights.