A Review of Two Recent Maritime Contract Claims Against the United States
By David Y. Loh – June 3, 2020 | Learn how federal district courts analyze a court's approach maritime contract jurisdiction.
Admiralty Litigation
The Admiralty Litigation Committee is dedicated to developing and enhancing the skills of admiralty practitioners and to facilitating justice by assisting our court system and legislative bodies in developing and refining the maritime laws of the United States.
Articles
Actually, Single Claimant Settlement Funds May Not Be Valid
By Stephen R. Harris – April 6, 2020 | A primer on 468B settlement funds.
Practice Points
Fourth Circuit Confirms Chinese Arbitration Award
By David Y. Loh – June 16, 2020 | When dealing with foreign partners, you must be prepared to engage with that jurisdiction’s legal system.
Fourth Circuit Affirms Remand of Climate Change Lawsuit Back to Maryland State Court
By David Y. Loh – April 3, 2020 | The case is of public significance because many natural disasters are commonly attributed to climate change and few, if any, energy companies have been held responsible for the costs relating to climate change.
Sound Advice
Determining Coverage under the LHWCA
A brief description of what is required for a maritime worker to obtain benefits under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act.
Recoverable Damages Involving a Slip or a Pier
Admiralty litigator David Loh cites cases that create the precedent for these damages to be reimbursed at the total replacement cost rather than at a depreciated rate.
Admiralty Litigation
Learn how to get involved with the Admiralty Litigation committee and maximize your Section membership!
Events & CLE
Nov
10
Events | Webinar
Qualified Immunity: A Litigator’s Dream or Worst Nightmare [CC]
CLE 60 min
What should litigators know about this concept of qualified immunity in light of current events? How do current events impact your ability to defend or defeat the doctrine of qualified immunity?
Nov
19
Events | Webinar
Exploitation of Senior and Vulnerable Investors in the COVID-19 Era and Regulatory Responses [CC]
CLE 60 min
Join our distinguished panelists as they discuss the new dangers for seniors and vulnerable investors in the COVID-19 era and the nationwide response of regulators.