Results from a recent coast guard survey concluded that pilot negligence is responsible for most barging accidents. If inexperience and negligence on the part of the driver were the cause of the barge leak, the barge company would be liable for any injuries arising from the accident. Had the pilot had more experience, or been more cautious, the accident would not have occurred.
Had injuries arisen from the leakage, those harmed would need an attorney to investigate their case and protect their rights. They would need an attorney who has experience in the civil court system and is not afraid to step into a court room. When accidents occur and result in injuries, Kentucky attorney Daryl T. Dixon can help by taking whatever measures necessary to seek compensation for the damages suffered.