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Tim Akpinar

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

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A vessel can be liable for damage from its wake

In March 2024, the containership Dali struck a support pillar of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing a major part of the span to collapse. U.S. Coast Guard photo.

Two bridge allisions, two very different legal analyses

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Defining seaworthiness in a digital age

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Shipboard injuries can be hard to understand

Bad faith — I don’t think my claim was handled properly

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When an insurer’s rights are prejudiced

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What exactly is a hazardous waste?

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When engine breakdowns become criminal matters

When is a vessel restricted in its ability to maneuver?

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When is a vessel restricted in its ability to maneuver?