Charter Party

After a wintery reprieve, this year’s fishing season began in earnest – and not a moment too soon for most of us. Already geared up for the fishing season, some vessel owners may wish to expand their fleets and businesses this year. Yet, finding and accessing cheap capital to build or buy a boat is […]

Introduction Well, it’s that time of year again—fishing season. After months off in a wintery reprieve, it’s time to get back to work and go fishing—and not a moment too soon. Many vessel owners might have had an eye for expansion this season. Perhaps they are looking to build new boat or one of their […]

The Supreme Court Opinion in Athos I On March 30, 2020 the Supreme Court of the United States issued its opinion in the case of CITGO Asphalt Refining Co. et al. v. Frescati Shipping Co., Ltd., et al.. The Supreme Court opinion clarified U.S. law on the issue of safe berth clauses in charter party […]

Arctic Ambitions III – World Trade Center Alaska Anchorage, AK February, 13, 2014. IMG attorney R. Isaak Hurst will speak at the 2014 Arctic Ambitions Conference on February 27, 2014 at the Hotel Alyeska in Girdwood, Alaska.  Mr. Hurst will provide a presentation titled, “Charter Party Contracts—Recent Developments in U.S. Charter Party Law.” The event, […]