Legal Opinion
Complaint of Nolty J. Theriot, Inc.
District Court, S.D. Texas
Decided January 7, 1994No. Civ. A. H-92-2945PublishedCited by 4 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
Opinion on Dismissal
HUGHES, District Judge.
1. Introduction.
Theriot seeks to limit its liability for injuries suffered by crewmembers of its ship who were injured in a car accident on the way to the ship for a crew change. Because the activity giving rise to the accident bears no substantial relationship to traditional maritime activity, this court does not have jurisdiction of the subject and, therefore, must dismiss the action.
2. Facts.
In an automobile accident on Interstate 10, near Lake Charles, Louisiana, a Chevrolet Suburban left the roadway and overturned, injuring the driver and two…
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