Families of workers fatally injured and hurt in Maryland bridge collapse file lawsuits against owner and operator of cargo ship

Families of victims and a survivor of a Maryland bridge collapse that killed six people have filed claims for wrongful death and punitive damages against the owner and operator of the cargo ship that caused the disaster. The ship, weighing over 100,000 tons, crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, killing six construction workers. The families seek accountability and justice to prevent such tragedies in the future. The ship’s owner and manager have sought to limit their liability, but the victims’ attorneys argue against capping damages and seeking justice for the families affected. The collapse halted operations at the Baltimore Port for months, affecting jobs and revenue. The city of Baltimore has also filed a legal claim against the ship’s owner and operator, blaming negligence and unseaworthy conditions for causing the incident. The Justice Department has filed a $100 million claim against the companies for cleanup costs, with officials estimating a much larger cost to repair the bridge. The victims’ attorneys claim the ship had known issues that made it dangerous, leading to the tragedy. The survivor of the collapse described the devastating moment when he and his co-workers fell into the river, emphasizing the impact on families and the need for justice.

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