Cargo Ship Dali Causes Bridge Collapse in Baltimore

Salvage crews in Baltimore are removing wreckage from the cargo ship Dali that caused the Francis Scott Key Bridge to collapse, leading to legal battles over who will pay for the bridge replacement. The ship's owner is attempting to limit its liability, but experts doubt it will succeed. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the crash, which resulted in six deaths. Historical precedents like the Sunshine Skyway Bridge disaster provide insights into potential outcomes of this case.

Ship Crash in Baltimore

The owner of the Singapore-flagged ship that crashed into a Baltimore bridge may face hundreds of millions of dollars in damage claims. Legal experts suggest a 19th-century law could limit liability. The ship owner's insurance and maritime law will play key roles in determining the outcome of the claims.