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Captain Found Guilty of ‘Seaman’s Manslaughter’ in Deadly Boat Fire

Jan 4, 2024

A commercial dive boat captain was convicted of criminal negligence for his role in a 2019 boat fire that claimed the lives of 34 people, a fatal incident described as the deadliest maritime disaster in recent U.S. history. In November 2023, 69-year-old Jerry Nehl Boylan was found guilty of one cou......

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Risks Ferry Boat Captains Face on the Water Daily

Jan 3, 2024

As you were training to become a ferry boat captain, you were educated rigorously on all kinds of accidents that have happened or can happen and the safety procedures to prevent them. It takes one small mistake or mechanical malfunction for things to go awry. However, whether you are at fault for a......

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Illegal Charter Crackdown: What Captains Need to Know

Nov 13, 2023

From sea to shining sea, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) is cracking down on illegal charters. Whether it’s a fishing trip in the Gulf of Mexico, a sightseeing tour in the Pacific Northwest or multiple voyages on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan, the USCG is making a concerted effort t......

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marine License Insurance

May 25, 2023

Here are some frequently asked questions about marine license insurance. What is marine license insurance, and do I need it? Marine license insurance is a form of professional liability coverage which is specifically designed for mariners holding a U.S. Coast Guard license or a pilotage credential......

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How Long Does It Take to Become a Marine Captain?

Mar 17, 2023

Many people wonder how to become a captain of a ship. The joy of being on the water, making a good living and mastering the maritime craft lead many to pursue a captain’s license. The downside? Time…it can take a lot of it to qualify for your UCSG credential. In reality, though, if you put your mind......

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Pilot’s Liability Insurance in the Context of the Grounding of the Ever Forward in the Chesapeake Bay

Mar 10, 2023

On March 13, 2022, the 1095-foot Ever Forward, a Hong Kong-flagged containership owned by Evergreen Marine Corp, departed Seagirt Marine Terminal in Baltimore, MD, en route to Norfolk, VA. A licensed Maryland State Pilot, known as “Pilot 1” in the report, was in direction and control of the vessel w......