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Insurance Policy Void under Doctrine of Uberrimae Fidei
December 29, 2009
In this case, Defendant insurer issued a combined Hull and Machinery/Protection and Indemnity policy ("Policy") to insured "Stanley Lambert/Pacific Dawn Ltd" covering the vessel M/V PACIFIC DAWN.
December 29, 2009
In this case, Defendant insurer issued a combined Hull and Machinery/Protection and Indemnity policy ("Policy") to insured "Stanley Lambert/Pacific Dawn Ltd" covering the vessel M/V PACIFIC DAWN.
Seaman's Release Enforced on Summary Judgment
December 7, 2009
LeGros Buchanan and Paul attorneys David C. Bratz and Carey M.E. Gephart obtained summary dismissal of the liability claims of seaman Jesus Flores on behalf of Defendant Glacier Fish Company, LLC.
December 7, 2009
LeGros Buchanan and Paul attorneys David C. Bratz and Carey M.E. Gephart obtained summary dismissal of the liability claims of seaman Jesus Flores on behalf of Defendant Glacier Fish Company, LLC.
Jury Verdict Enforcing Seaman's Release
December 4, 2009
LeGros Buchanan and Paul attorneys David C. Bratz and Carey M.E. Gephart obtained a defense jury verdict enforcing the plaintiff's release in the matter of Miguel Bernal Hernandez v. Glacier Fish Company, LLC (No. 08-2-12754-1SEA) (King County Superior Court).
December 4, 2009
LeGros Buchanan and Paul attorneys David C. Bratz and Carey M.E. Gephart obtained a defense jury verdict enforcing the plaintiff's release in the matter of Miguel Bernal Hernandez v. Glacier Fish Company, LLC (No. 08-2-12754-1SEA) (King County Superior Court).
Favorable Jury Verdict on Seaman's Personal Injury Case of Admitted Liability
November 2, 2009
In seaman's personal injury suit of admitted liability, LeGros Buchanan & Paul attorney Marc E. Warner obtains jury damages verdict substantially below offer of judgment on behalf of Defendant.
November 2, 2009
In seaman's personal injury suit of admitted liability, LeGros Buchanan & Paul attorney Marc E. Warner obtains jury damages verdict substantially below offer of judgment on behalf of Defendant.
Ninth Circuit Affirms District Court Defense Ruling
August 21, 2009
The Ninth Circuit affirmed the trial court’s ruling for defendant American Seafoods Company LLC on the personal injury liability claims of former F/T NORTHERN JAEGER crewmember Trung Le. In this matter, LeGros Buchanan and Paul attorney Eric R. McVittie represented defendant American Seafoods Company LLC.
August 21, 2009
The Ninth Circuit affirmed the trial court’s ruling for defendant American Seafoods Company LLC on the personal injury liability claims of former F/T NORTHERN JAEGER crewmember Trung Le. In this matter, LeGros Buchanan and Paul attorney Eric R. McVittie represented defendant American Seafoods Company LLC.
Protecting Non-Party Crewmember Contact Information (Crewlists)
June 19, 2009
A discovery request seeking the vessel crewlist complete with contact information inevitably follows shortly after a seaman commences a personal injury lawsuit. Vessel owners and operators often have several legitimate concerns regarding production of such information - including protecting the privacy of the non-party crewmembers, and ensuring that the crewlist is not used improperly for solicitation or other wrongful purposes by plaintiff's counsel.
June 19, 2009
A discovery request seeking the vessel crewlist complete with contact information inevitably follows shortly after a seaman commences a personal injury lawsuit. Vessel owners and operators often have several legitimate concerns regarding production of such information - including protecting the privacy of the non-party crewmembers, and ensuring that the crewlist is not used improperly for solicitation or other wrongful purposes by plaintiff's counsel.
Summary Judgment Granted on Ratification of Seaman's Release
March 20, 2009
In August 2006, Plaintiff Kirk Hogle allegedly sustained a right knee injury while working aboard the F/T ARICA, a commercial fish processing vessel owned and operated by Arica Fishing Company, LLC. Plaintiff finished his contract, and ultimately underwent surgery and treatment for a torn meniscus when he returned home in November 2006.
March 20, 2009
In August 2006, Plaintiff Kirk Hogle allegedly sustained a right knee injury while working aboard the F/T ARICA, a commercial fish processing vessel owned and operated by Arica Fishing Company, LLC. Plaintiff finished his contract, and ultimately underwent surgery and treatment for a torn meniscus when he returned home in November 2006.
New Associate Dustin C. Hamilton
March 1, 2009
LeGros Buchanan & Paul is pleased to announce that Dustin C. Hamilton has joined the firm as an associate.
March 1, 2009
LeGros Buchanan & Paul is pleased to announce that Dustin C. Hamilton has joined the firm as an associate.
50 Years with the Firm
October 31, 2008
LeGros Buchanan & Paul Wishes to Congratulate Thomas Frank Paul On the Occasion of 50 Years with the Firm
October 31, 2008
LeGros Buchanan & Paul Wishes to Congratulate Thomas Frank Paul On the Occasion of 50 Years with the Firm
The Best Lawyers in America
September 1, 2006
Thomas F. Paul selected by his peers to be included in the Best Lawyers in America 2006-2007.
September 1, 2006
Thomas F. Paul selected by his peers to be included in the Best Lawyers in America 2006-2007.
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