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Tim Akpinar

Tim Akpinar is a Little Neck, N.Y. based maritime attorney and former marine engineer. He can be reached at 718-224-9824 or [email protected].

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Obstruction of justice

Towing vessel Robert Cenac under way before the accident. Source: William Word/NTSB

Poor communication cited in barge accident

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Legal tests for seaman status

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Who caused your injury?

Santa Barbara boat fire SB Sheriff — Thirty-four passengers and crew died in the dive vessel Conception fire. Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office

New safety recommendations emerge from dive boat fire