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Staten Island Ferry Crash
 
On Wednesday, October 15, 2003, one of New York's famed Staten Island ferries crashed into a pier amid high winds,killing at least 10 people and sending 34 to area hospitals. The captain of the Staten Island Ferry, Richard Smith was  initially hospitalized with critical injuries. Afterwards, the ferry's captain went home and tried to commit suicide, sources said.

staten island ferry crashThe 310-foot-long orange Staten Island ferry, which typically carries around 1,500 passengers, was docking at Staten Island when the accident happened about 3:20 p.m.The ferry struck a concrete pier surrounded by wooden pilings, which gashed the vessel's port side. As the ferry moved ahead, the pier continued ripping the steel and windows all the way to the rear of the ship. The accident left twisted steel, broken pilings and other debris over the ferry's main deck. It has been reported that some people sitting on the main deck were hit by the pilings that came through the side of the boat.

A city official said the high winds may have been a factor in the Staten Island ferry accident. The winds at New York's LaGuardia Airport  at approximately the same time as the disaster, were measured at 31 mph with gusts up to 43 mph, the official said. Ferry service was suspended between Manhattan and Staten Island afterward, and city transportation officials advised those trying to reach Staten Island to take the subway to Brooklyn, where shuttle service would be available.

Staten Island Ferry Accident Lawsuit
 
If you or a loved one were seriously injured or killed in the Oct. 15, 2003 Staten Island Ferry Collision at the dock at Staten Island, then you have the right to file a legal claim against all responsible parties due to their negligent operation of this vessel. Do not wait. These claims are governed by specific filing deadlines. Victims of the Staten Island Ferry Disaster have legal rights that need to be protected.
 
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Jones ActIf you have been seriously injured while as a member of the crew of a boat, jack-up rig, tug boat, barge or other marine ship or vessel, then call us for a Free Confidential Consultation. Talk to Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer with over 20 years of experience. (Click Here)

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If I am injured on a ship, should I give a statement to my employer ? When should I file a notice of injury report ? Under the Jones Act, do I have the right to choose my own medical doctor ?
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What does maintenance and cure mean under the Jones Act ? Under what circumstances can I recover pain & suffering and loss wages under the Jones Act ? (Click Here)

What does it mean for a ship to be unseaworthy ? Under the Jones Act can part of the ship or vessel be seaworthy and another part unseaworthy? (More)

Under the Jones Act and maritime law, what is the deadline or Statute of Limitation to file a claim or lawsuit if I was injured on a ship or vessel ? (More)

What if I am not a Jones Act seaman, but I was injured on a ship, vessel or an offshore oil rig or platform ? Does maritime law still apply ? Can I file a maritime claim or lawsuit to recover for my injuries? (More)

Can I file a Jones Act claim if my loved on has been diagnosed with asbestos lung cancer or mesothelioma from asbestos exposure while working on a ship or at the shipyard ? (More) Does maritime law protect me if I was exposed to benzene and later I am diagnosed with leukemia ? (More)

What if my spouse is killed while at sea? Does the Death on the High Sea Act (DOHSA) apply to all deaths on ships vessels, helicopters, and ships on the high seas?
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What are my legal rights if I have had a previous or old injury but now I have suffered a new injury to my back and neck and may need surgery but the Maritime Insurance company's adjuster says I am not covered and he will not approve it ? Yes, you are covered whether it is aggravation of a old injury or new one, if you were a Jones Act seaman injured on the vessel and the employer was at fault or negligent then you can file a Jones Act lawsuit for any type of injury such as heart attacks, strokes, head injury, brain damage, paralysis, burns, broken bones, paraplegia, quadriplegia, loss of an arm or leg, blindness and for emotional trauma or mental anguish, disfigurement, medical expenses and for loss wages or lost earnings in the past and future.
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NOTE: The statements and information provided on this web site are for the informational purposes only. This site is not intended to provide legal advice to the reader and NO attorney-client relationship shall be deemed to arise from the receipt this page and/or its associated pages or any oral or e-mail communication to or from with David Willis or The Willis Law Firm. There will be NO lawsuits filed, claims made, letters or phone calls made for a prospective client, until that person is represented by the firm. An attorney client relationship only arises after the attorney and client have signed a written attorney client agreement, after the attorney has evaluated the background facts provided and has accepted the representation of the client's legal action.

Mr. Willis is a licensed attorney in New York and Texas. Principle office is Houston, Texas.

He is a Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Mr. Willis has represented clients in maritime personal injury, barge accidents, boating accidents, transports, crew boats, diving accidents, rig workers, injuries in river, lakes, canals, ICC, wrongful death lawsuits, oilfield accidents, oilrig accidents, tankers, shrimp boats, fishing vessels, tug boats, push boats, auto accident, explosions, crane accidents, rollover, asbestos, mesothelioma, sandblasters disease - silicosis, benzene solvents-aml leukemia, MDS, toxic chemical, lung cancer, 3rd party actions, electrical shock, fires, burns, explosions, helicopter crashes, tugboats, trucking accidents, third party lawsuits, and other product liability and negligence cases from across the United States, including clients from Alabama, Arkansas, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Virginia, Mexico, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia & Wyoming.

Further, any statement or reference to past personal injury, products liability lawsuits, settlements or verdicts should NOT be relied upon in one's own case or in your decision on which law firm to hire. All cases, facts, injuries, damages, venues and lawsuits are different and there is NO way to predict the outcome of a particular case, verdict of a jury or judge or the strength of a case before a judge, jury or the appellate court system. The client is responsible for all of their own medical expenses. All cases are handled on a contingent fee basis. No attorney’s fees or case costs charged to client, unless a recovery is made for the client. Often in very serious and catastrophic maritime injury and offshore seaman injury cases Mr. Willis may associate with another attorney as co-counsel and in other matters, the case may be referred. In cases where a legal matter is referred, Mr. Willis will continue to maintain joint responsibility with the handling attorney or lead counsel and actively monitor the progress and development of the case

 

Mr. Willis is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

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