Landing the Big One

Landing the Big One

Friday, June 17, 2011

Somali Pirates: Armed Guards on Merchant Ships - Things Lawyers Worry About

Barney Fife - Shipboard Security Expert?
Armed Guards on Merchant Ships - Things Lawyers Worry About as set out at Shiptalk in Dangerous Waters in which a lawyer parades nightmare scenarios and worries about potential liability of his clients:
He concludes by recognising the possible need for armed guards, but stresses that owners and masters to ensure that they are legally protected. A very difficult balancing act.
It's all about control and accountability. You know - having someone to arrest or sue.

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