Atkinson (Guardian ad litem of) v. Gypsea Rose (Ship), 2014 BCSC 1017

In Collisions and Ships, Costs and Security for Costs on (Updated )

Précis: A small vessel collision case in which liability was apportioned 80% to the moving vessel whose operator was impaired and 20% to the stationary vessel. The case is also notable for holding that the owner of the moving vessel was not liable even though there were some maintenance issues with the boat that contributed to the accident.

Full Summary