Charleston Marine Service LLC v M/V ROMANTICA

Jul 17, 2009

OUTCOME: Salvage award of 13% for vessel found derelicit

Defended the M/V ROMANTICA. Plaintiff sought an award of approximately 50% of value of the salved property, stating the vessel was abandoned and derelict. The Court found the vessel was derelict, bu ... t only award 13% of the value of the salved property to a professional salvor.