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Join Us At The Commercial Marine Expo Today

June 11, 2014

We are at the Commercial Marine Expo today, and it is amazing! There are so many wonderful people, exhibits and demonstrations going on—if you are in the area, why not…

What Should I Do If My Boat Catches Fire?

June 9, 2014

During a day trip off Cape Disappointment, a Washington-based wooden crab boat caught fire with the skipper and two deckhands on board. One of the deckhands heard odd sounds coming…

Our Lawyers Help Fisherman Secure $925,000 Settlement

June 6, 2014

In the wake of an incident that left a fisherman with severe injuries, our firm was able to help him recover a $925,000 settlement. Prior to suffering the injuries, the…

Our Firm Wishes Our Longtime Legal Assistant a Happy Retirement and Thanks Her for 41 Years of Invaluable Service

June 4, 2014

After 41 years of loyal and excellent service, our longtime administrative assistant, Donna, has retired from the firm. Donna began her career at another law firm, but she made her…

2014 Commercial Marine Expo Coming to New Bedford June 11-12

June 2, 2014

2014 Commercial Marine Expo Coming to New Bedford June 11-12 The Commercial Marine Expo is set to return to the State Pier in New Bedford, Massachusetts June 11-12, 2014. As…

Our Attorneys Recover $800,000 for Injured Fisherman

May 30, 2014

After a stern ramp door crushed a fisherman’s leg, our firm was able to secure an $800,000 settlement for him. The accident happened while the door was being lowered to…

Deck Hand Dies After Fall from Ohio River Ferry

May 28, 2014

A fall overboard claimed the life of an 81-year-old deck hand, who died after falling off the ferry he was working on, according to Professional Mariner. The accident happened on…

Captain Facing Unlicensed Operation Charges After Ship Sinks

May 26, 2014

Captain Facing Unlicensed Operation Charges After Ship Sinks According to a report in Professional Mariner magazine, the captain of a catamaran that capsized has been charged with operating without a…

Firm Secures $307,500 Settlement for Boating Accident Victim

May 23, 2014

Our firm was able to secure a $307,500 settlement for a woman who was injured in a boating accident caused by the driver hitting multiple wakes at full speed. Prior…