Sinking & Collisions

Ocean Vessels Sinking or Colliding

The sinking of an ocean vessel raises many questions. It is also the source of many legal actions against the owners and operators of the ship. Similarly, when two vessels collide, or when one crashes into a dock or pier, the injured and the families of the deceased try to seek compensation from the liable parties. However, it is not always as simple as it sounds.

Experienced trial attorneys who know maritime law

At the law firm of Latti & Anderson we have been helping the injured and the families of those killed for more than 45 years. We have taken collision and sinking cases to trial and won many verdicts and settlements for our clients. Contact us to learn how we can put this experience to work for you. Call 1-800-392-6072 to schedule a free initial consultation.

The sinking of a vessel or a collision is usually the result of several factors

Because of our many years of experience, we have handled a wide variety of collision and sinking cases. Our clients have come to us after an ocean vessel sinking or collision caused by:

• Defective equipment
• Weather
• Overloaded vessel
• Leaving the wheel
• Violation of navigation rules
• Failing to sound proper warnings
• Inadequate stability for the type of voyage
• Inadequate maintenance
• Mechanical failure
• Drunk or drug-affected crew members and officers
• Misreading charts, causing a ship to run aground or collide with bridges, piers, or other structures in the water

Handling high profile cases for our clients

We have been involved in a number of high profile sinking and collision cases, including the case of the F/V Starbound-M/T Virgo collision. We represented families in the sinking of the F/V Andrea Gail, the story of which became the movie The Perfect Storm. We have the experience and ability to handle national and international media and present your case to the world.

If you have been injured in a ship collision or have lost a loved one after a vessel capsized, learn about your options and your rights. We have helped many injured sailors and grieving families obtain payment for their expenses and their losses. Contact our lawyers to learn how we can help, we serve clients throughout New England across the United States.

Free initial consultation - Most cases handled on a contingency basis