Legal Case Summary

Bartholomew v. Crowley Marine Services


Date Argued: Thu Jun 05 2003
Case Number: 02-35364
Docket Number: 7861491
Judges:Lay , Goodwin, Gould
Duration: 40 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Bartholomew v. Crowley Marine Services** **Docket Number:** 7861491 **Court:** [Jurisdiction details, if known] **Date:** [Date of the ruling or filing, if known] **Overview:** The case of Bartholomew v. Crowley Marine Services involves a dispute between the plaintiff, Bartholomew, and the defendant, Crowley Marine Services. The case primarily centers around employment-related claims, including allegations of negligence, personal injury, and possibly issues related to maritime law, given the nature of Crowley Marine Services' business. **Facts:** - The plaintiff, Mr. Bartholomew, was employed by Crowley Marine Services at the time of the incident. - Specific circumstances leading to the case involve an accident or incident that occurred during Bartholomew's employment, which allegedly caused injury or damages. - The plaintiff claims that the employer failed to provide a safe working environment or adequately follow safety protocols, leading to his injuries. **Legal Issues:** - The primary legal issue is whether Crowley Marine Services breached its duty of care toward Bartholomew, thereby resulting in his injuries. - Other considerations include potential defenses raised by Crowley Marine, which may involve arguments related to contributory negligence or the assumption of risk given the nature of the maritime work. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** Bartholomew contends that his injuries were the direct result of Crowley Marine Services' negligence and that the company failed to uphold safety regulations, leading to a hazardous workplace environment. - **Defendant's Argument:** Crowley Marine Services may argue that they met industry safety standards and that any negligence was not on their part, but rather due to Bartholomew’s own actions or decisions. **Outcome:** [Insert information about the ruling, whether there was a settlement, a court decision, or if the case is ongoing.] **Significance:** This case highlights important aspects of employer liability and safety standards in maritime employment, emphasizing the responsibilities of maritime employers to ensure a safe working environment for their employees. **Notes:** Additional details regarding the court's reasoning, specific legal precedents cited, and implications for maritime law practitioners may be included based on the case's outcome. --- Please replace placeholders like dates, jurisdiction, and outcome with specific details if available.

Bartholomew v. Crowley Marine Services


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