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1 Answer | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime for Florida on
Q: I need to place a lien on a boat but the owner has removed the boat without paying dockage and repairs.

Can i still place a lien now that I don't have the boat??

Adam Eugene Deitz
Adam Eugene Deitz
answered on Jun 12, 2023

Whether you have a valid lien and if/how you should enforce same are complicated questions of law that you should discuss in detail with an experienced maritime lawyer. However, if the Vessel is documented with the United States Coast Guard, the process of recording a lien is fairly simple.... View More

4 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime and Workers' Compensation for California on
Q: Maintenance and Cure, Jones Act applicability. Need Help

I was injured as a boat captain of a thrill ride commercial passenger carrying operation out of Miami. I slipped on clear steering fluid in the hull and smashed my head inside the hull of the speed boat. I sucked it up and continuing work. Next day first thing in morning, I was onboard with... View More

Adam Eugene Deitz
Adam Eugene Deitz
answered on May 23, 2023

You should contact a maritime personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.

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3 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime and Personal Injury for New York on
Q: If i got hurt on a cruise ship as a passenger is there anyway i could get back my money i had to pay for the jones act.

I have medical records from doctor telling me that i should go home and to not continual to stay on cruise. Fell in room.

Adam Eugene Deitz
Adam Eugene Deitz
answered on Mar 3, 2023

Hello. Passenger injury claims are handled a little differently than Jones Act cases under maritime law. You're best bet is to consult with an experienced maritime lawyer about how you were injured and whether any legal remedies are available under the circumstances.

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Q: Hello, I have a question regarding merchant NAVY. What is the punishment for using insulting words in VHF Radio ? Tnx
Adam Eugene Deitz
Adam Eugene Deitz
answered on Jan 25, 2022

Hello,

To clarify, are you asking about the punishment for a member of the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Merchant Marine, or someone else? Are the insulting words coming from a service member or a private citizen? And are the words profane and/or false, or something else? Thank you.

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3 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Admiralty / Maritime, Adoption and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Georgia on
Q: Do I need a high powered attorney?

I definitely need a high powered attorney

Adam Eugene Deitz
Adam Eugene Deitz
answered on Dec 24, 2021

Tim is right. If you were hurt on a vessel or adjacent to the water, you might consider reaching out directly to a maritime lawyer. Maritime law can be tricky, so it's best to talk to an experienced lawyer one-on-one.

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