The city of Baltimore has filed a response to a motion by Grace Ocean Private and Synergy Marine Group, the owner and operator of the cargo ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, seeking to limit their liability to $43.6 million. Baltimore argues that the vessel was unseaworthy and that the companies’ negligence should not allow them to avoid full responsibility for the damages caused by the collapse.
The city of Baltimore has filed a court document accusing Grace Ocean Private Ltd., the parent company of the Dali cargo ship, of gross and potentially criminal negligence in the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26th. The crash, which occurred as the ship was leaving the Port of Baltimore, resulted in the deaths of six construction workers on the bridge. Baltimore is seeking to hold Grace Ocean fully liable for the collapse and the subsequent damage to the city and its economy.
The City of Baltimore is holding the owner and manager of the container ship that took down the Francis Scott Key Bridge liable for the deadly collapse. Grace Ocean Private Ltd. and Synergy Marine Pte Ltd. are accused of negligence for allowing an unfit vessel with an incompetent crew to sail, causing the disaster that killed six roadwork crew members. The city argues that the companies should be held fully responsible for the economic devastation caused by the port’s closure and disruption of the trucking route.
The City of Baltimore has filed a lawsuit against Grace Ocean and Synergy Marine, the companies that own and operate the cargo ship that destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month. The city alleges that the companies were negligent and should be held legally liable for the disaster, which killed six construction workers. The companies have denied any wrongdoing and have asked a federal judge to limit their liability to around $43.7 million. However, the city argues that no such limit should be granted, claiming that the companies’ negligence directly caused the crash.
The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, is a national crisis that requires bipartisan support from Congress to rebuild. The bridge serves as a vital gateway for commerce and transportation, impacting the livelihoods of thousands of Americans across the country. Governor Wes Moore (D) and Congressman Andy Harris (R) urge Congress to come together and provide the necessary funding for reconstruction, emphasizing that partnership is crucial in times of crisis. The joint message underscores the importance of accountability and transparency as the National Transportation Safety Board investigates the incident, but stresses that accountability and action should not hinder progress in rebuilding the bridge.
Baltimore City has filed a lawsuit against the owner and operator of a cargo ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Officials argue that the ship was unseaworthy and had a history of electrical problems. The crash killed two bridge workers, with two more still missing and presumed dead. Baltimore City is seeking unlimited liability for damages, which could exceed $100 million.
The city of Baltimore has filed a lawsuit against the owner and manager of the massive container ship that took down the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month. The city accuses the companies of negligence and argues they should be held fully liable for the deadly collapse. The lawsuit could become one of the most expensive maritime disasters in history.
Baltimore officials are seeking to hold the owner and manager of the container ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, resulting in a deadly collapse. The city claims negligence on the part of the companies, alleging they failed to ensure the vessel was fit for its voyage and properly staffed. A federal court will ultimately decide the extent of liability, which could lead to one of the most expensive maritime disasters in history.
The City of Baltimore has filed a lawsuit against the owner and manager of the cargo ship that destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, alleging negligence and seeking full liability for the deadly collapse. The lawsuit accuses the companies of failing to ensure the ship was fit for its voyage and properly manned, among other issues. The companies have declined to comment on the pending litigation.
The city of Baltimore has filed a lawsuit against the owner and manager of the container ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month, killing six people. The suit alleges negligence and claims the companies should be held fully liable for the disaster. Meanwhile, a criminal investigation is underway, and a separate federal probe will focus on the ship’s electrical system.
