Barrett Hails represents marine businesses and vessel owners in casualty, property and commercial disputes. His multistate practice in Florida and Alabama equips him to counsel clients in the recreational boating sector with operations across the northern Gulf Coast. Barrett regularly advocates for clients in federal court in limitation of liability proceedings and vessel arrests and attachments. He also frequently represents livery operators and clients in the watersports industry and handles maritime products liability claims.
Experience
- Defended livery operator client in serious personal injury claim to successful resolution in limitation of liability proceedings in federal court.
- Defense of marine repair facilities in breach of contract and warranty disputes.
- Representation of vessel owners in capsizing and allision casualties in state and federal court.
- Successful vessel attachment and in rem arrest for maritime lien holders.
- Successful representation and defense of international product manufacturer in wrongful death products liability claim.