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2023 Begins With Increased (or Unlimited) Liability for Vessel Owners

The Energy Law

11] The Coast Guard is not responsible for adjusting OPA limits for offshore facilities (other than deepwater ports). 11] The Coast Guard is not responsible for adjusting OPA limits for offshore facilities (other than deepwater ports). Offshore facilities have unlimited liability for removal costs. [13] 438, 446 (2001). [14]

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11th Circuit Finds Not All Disputed Medical Evidence Must be Construed in a Seaman’s Favor

The Energy Law

The Fifth Circuit thus similarly held that Vaughn does not provide an absolute rule of deference to the seaman’s treating physician. MNM Boats, Inc. Johnson , 248 F.3d 3d 1139 (5th Cir.