Jeanne M. Grasso and Kierstan L. Carlson Owners and operators of ships calling on the United States know well that criminal prosecutions are now a regular occurrence in the maritime industry. Most relate to environmental violations and post-incident conduct like false statements and obstruction of justice. Recently, however, prosecutors also have used the Seaman’s Manslaughter Statute as … Continue reading “Seaman’s Manslaughter: An Arcane Statute Turned Present-Day Enforcement Risk”