Maritime Negligence (Longshoremen)
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Case Details
The seminal Ninth Circuit case on vessel owner duties to longshoremen, allowed longshoremen to sue vessel owners for negligence even if hazardous condition existed at time of vessel’s construction. Ended immunity from “product liability” type actions that vessel owners previously enjoyed. Reversed summary judgment granted by district court.
Additional Notes
The seminal Ninth Circuit case on vessel owner duties to longshoremen, allowed longshoremen to sue vessel owners for negligence even if hazardous condition existed at time of vessel’s construction. Ended immunity from “product liability” type actions that vessel owners previously enjoyed. Reversed summary judgment granted by district court.