Pelligrino v. Universal Maritime Service Co.

OPINION OF THE COURT

Joseph J. Dowd, J.

In this maritime personal injury case, defendant Universal Maritime Service Company, Inc. (Universal), a stevedoring company, moves for summary judgment, pursuant to CPLR 3212, dismissing plaintiffs’ complaint. Defendant Waterman Steamship Corporation (Waterman), the vessel owner, cross-moves for the same relief.

Universal was responsible for loading the cargo on board Waterman’s vessel. This cargo included heavy machinery that was not crated, but was covered with Cosmoline, a grease-like protective substance. After Universal had completed the loading,…