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Nordholm I/S v. The Queen, (1996) No.T-1215-89, (F.C.T.D.)

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This interesting case involved a collision between the Canadian Naval vessel "Kootenay" and the "Nordpol" on June 1, 1989, in conditions of fog. At the time of the collision the "Kootenay" was engaged in anti-submarine exercises that required her not to emit any radar or radio signals. The "Kootenay" was observed on radar by those on board the "Nordpol" but …

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Sanmammas Compania Maritima S.A. v. The " Netuno", No. T-2428-89 (F.C.T.D.).

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The issue in this case was damages. The Plaintiff’s ship was hit while moored. The Defendants, who admitted liability, argued that the ship was detained for a longer period than necessary because of other repairs being done at the same time as the repairs to the areas damaged by the collision. On the evidence presented, the Court rejected the arguments …

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Teschner v. Yarish, [1995] O.J. No. 1569, (Ont. Ct. Gen.Div.)

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This matter concerned a collision between two sailboats shortly before the commencement of a sailing race. The Plaintiff’s vessel was on a starboard tack. The Defendant’s vessel approached the Plaintiff’s vessel on the port side at an angle higher than the perpendicular. The Defendant attempted a starboard tack to cross in front of the Plaintiff but the manoeuvre was not …

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