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DE SB159
Bill
Status
6/25/2015
Primary Sponsor
Ernesto Lopez
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AI Summary
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Caps liability for state-licensed pilots and pilot trainees at $5,000 for damages caused by errors, omissions, fault, or neglect during pilotage services
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Exception to the liability cap applies when willful misconduct or gross negligence is proven
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Establishes that pilots and pilot trainees become servants of the vessel, its owner, and operator when boarding to provide services
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Vessel owners, operators, charterers, and crew remain fully liable for damages regardless of whether a licensed pilot was in control
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Courts must dismiss claims against pilots that exceed the $5,000 liability limit
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 23 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Limitation Of Liability Statutes For State-licensed Marine Pilots.
Last Action
Assigned to Executive Committee in Senate
6/25/2015