In 2022, Bradley Hansmann and Daniel Hunkins successfully defended a recreational boat manufacturer in a product liability marine accident in Federal Court in the State of Florida where it was alleged a design defect on an engine hatch caused the hatch to crash down on a technician’s face resulting in significant injuries. Plaintiff sustained significant crush injuries to his face and orthopedic injuries to his shoulder and back. The demand was over $2,000,000. After extensive testimony and Daubert briefing, the Court struck Plaintiff’s liability expert’s opinions, and then entered summary judgment on the boat manufacturer’s behalf.
