$500,000
Maritime Accident
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Case Details
A 32-year-old assistant-steward suffered a mild traumatic brain injury, knee, neck, and back injuries after falling from an unsafe ladder on a U.S. government-owned vessel.
Additional Notes
Client claimed proper anti-skid tape was not applied to a ladder rung. Required arthroscopic surgery for knee. Suffered ongoing cognitive impairment and chronic PTSD. Damages included loss of future earnings. Lawsuit filed against U.S. government under Public Vessels Act and Suits in Admiralty Act. Defense alleged no negligence and comparative fault. Settled via negotiations about 45 days before trial.