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Multiple people died during a trip on the OceanGate submarine.
The expedition was meant to take everyone on board to see the remains of the original Titanic. However, it turned tragic when the submarine encountered serious problems, got stranded underwater, and ran out of oxygen for those on board.
For days, there was uncertainty about the possibility of rescuing the passengers before it was too late. However, it was soon revealed that the oxygen on OceanGate was running out.
At that point, survival became impossible.
In the aftermath, the families of those who died on OceanGate are exploring legal action. However, according to Fox News, this may not be straightforward.
A Nightmare Scenario
The main issue for the families of the deceased is not whether they have valid cases against OceanGate that will hold up in court. The biggest problem is finding lawyers who are willing to represent them.
— OceanGate Expeditions (@OceanGateExped) June 22, 2023
Currently, legal experts state that OceanGate was very clear about the risks involved in the submarine tour. Because the trip can be considered “experimental,” many lawyers are hesitant to get involved.
The biggest concern for attorneys is the possibility of losing the case and being unable to secure damages fees.
Lesson Learned?
Those familiar with the law believe that due to the lives lost, very few people would be willing to sign up for another similar tour offered by OceanGate.
I’m really confused…1 million dollar trip for these 4 passengers and you don’t have mini underwater drones for search or even another backup vessel for search and recovery? This doesn’t make any sense…
— Mirjana (@Mirjana13nyc) June 20, 2023
It remains to be seen whether the families will continue their search for legal representation in a lawsuit. In the meantime, OceanGate has issued a statement expressing condolences for the lives lost.
This article appeared in Watch Dog News and has been published here with permission.
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