Moore v. Ashland Oil & Refining Co.

CHRISTIE, District Judge:

Plaintiff brings this action for damages for personal injuries allegedly caused by the unseaworthiness of defendant’s vessel. Jurisdiction is based upon diversity of citizenship and an amount in controversy in excess of $10,000, exclusive of interest and costs. The case is presently before the Court upon motion of the defendant for summary judgment pursuant to Rule 56(b) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. The Court, having examined the pleadings, affidavits, interrogatories and answers, deposition and briefs, finds that no material factual issues are presented…