As my colleagues have said, once the services or materials are provided to the vessel, the lien is created. It is similar to a car (in California...

Under Jpnes Act/Maritime Law, do I sue ABC Diving Company or ABC Ship Company, or ABC Administration Company or All the Above?

First, let me say that I hope you are ok after Harvey. Second, let me say that I am sorry that you are injured. Now, generally, under the...

Forms to take possession of vessel

I am not sure I understand what the question is? This is actually a complex scenario. If the question is what can the dealer do to get...

There is a lot going on with your question. No lawyer will be able to provide any substantive advice without actually seeing the contract. It is...

The real (sets of) question(s) that you have to contend with is/are: 1) was there a written contract? 2) if so, what does it say? No lawyer...

I need referral to a attorney for maritime workmans comp case

I was going to provide a referral to a lawyer at the Maritime Law Association or SE Law Institute, but my colleague Alan Richard beat me to it....

Can i offer a settlement agreement if i am the plantiff in an offshore injuirie case.

I agree with my colleagues 100%. First, you can make an offer to settle st any time. The other side can make an offer to you to settle at any...

seeking legal help for friend with cancer that is disabled living on sailboat off Davis Island

Got to the Find a Lawyer section here on Avvo. Type in the City where you are looking and the type of lawyer you are looking for (Admiralty). ...

The question of homelessness as to having a residence elsewhere is not the REAL question. The real question is: do you have a home in addition to...

Do I have a claim?

Based on the facts provided, maritime law will apply. Whether or not she will be a Jones Act Seaman is a question that should be directed to the...