Baltimore Bridge Collapse Settlements Reached with Workers' Families
In a significant development, settlements have been reached in the wrongful death suits related to the Baltimore bridge collapse involving the cargo ship Dali. The settlements were made with the families of six construction workers who died when the ship crashed into the Key Bridge, causing it to collapse. The settlements are part of over 30 agreements reached in the litigation over the incident, which also includes reimbursements for workers' compensation and cargo losses. The details of these settlements have not been disclosed. The incident occurred when the Dali experienced power outages, leading to the crash. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation attributed the power outages to a loose wire. The ship's owner, Grace Ocean, and operator, Synergy Marine, have settled with the state of Maryland and the federal government for substantial amounts, far exceeding the liability limits under the Limitation of Liability Act of 1851. 
