Stratton v. U. S. Bulk Carriers, Inc.

Horowitz, A. C. J.

Plaintiff (respondent) recovered judgment in an action tried to the court for injuries sustained while a crew member of the SS Caper. Judgment was entered jointly against the defendant (appellant) U. S. Bulk Carriers, Inc., Merchant Carriers, Inc. and the SS Caper. Only the U. S. Bulk Carriers, Inc. appeals.

Plaintiff was; a member of the crew of the vessel SS Caper on June 2, 1967, when it was at sea. He was injured while descending a ladder. One handrail next to the ladder was partially obstructed by a long plank which was placed between the handrail and the bulkhead. He…