There was a poisoning on board the general cargo ship REGGEBORG on December 25, 2022. At the time, the vessel was at anchorage off the coast of Delaware. The vessel was en route from Jacksonville, Florida to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. According to reports, at least five crew members were exposed to carbon monoxide on board. The five crew members were evacuated to shore for medical treatment by the United States Coast Guard. The incident remains under investigation.
There have been a number of recent incidents involving vessels. A worker was killed at Fraser Shipyards in Superior, Wisconsin on December 5, 2022. There was a boat fire in Tampa Bay, Florida on December 5, 2022. There was a boat explosion in Pelican Harbor Marina in Florida on December 11, 2022. The oil tanker MARAN POSEIDON was attacked by pirates on December 12, 2022. There was a fire on the offshore supply tug BELUGA 2 on December 13, 2022. There was a fire on the Staten Island Ferry Sandy Ground on December 22, 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 vessel fire. 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 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 to learn more about your rights.