Landry v. Specialty Diving of Louisiana, Inc.

ORDER & REASONS

DUVAL, District Judge.

Before this Court is defendant Specialty Diving of Louisiana, Inc.’s Motion for Summary Judgment. After reviewing the pleadings, exhibits, and relevant law, the Court GRANTS the motion and finds that there is no genuine issue of material fact as to plaintiffs alleged seaman status for the reasons that follow.

Background:

Plaintiff Richard Landry, a diver, brought this admiralty suit to recover damages under the Jones Act and general maritime law. Landry claims that he suffered wrist injuries on October 2, 2001, due to the negligence of his employer,…