Maritime Litigation
Exhibits Made Easy
From Jones Act claims to cargo disputes, prepare court-ready exhibits in minutes. Handle vessel documents, marine surveys, and navigational records with ease.
Try It Free - Preview Before You PayMaritime Cases Have Unique Document Challenges
Complex vessel documentation including certificates, logs, and crew records
Large-format nautical charts and navigational plots
International documents requiring proper organization with translations
Technical marine survey reports and damage assessments
ExhibitPrep handles the specialized maritime documents so you can focus on the merits.
Maritime Document Types We Handle
Vessel Documentation
- Certificate of registry
- Safety certificates
- Classification records
- Voyage logs and records
Cargo & Commercial
- Bills of lading
- Charter parties
- Cargo manifests
- Marine insurance policies
Surveys & Reports
- Marine survey reports
- Damage assessments
- Incident reports
- Expert witness reports
Navigation & Charts
- Nautical charts
- Track plots
- Weather records
- AIS and VDR data
Maritime Case Types We Support
Jones Act & Seaman Injury
Personal injury claims require comprehensive documentation of employment, incident, and treatment.
Key exhibits: Employment records, seaman status documentation, incident reports, medical records, crew lists, vessel certification, safety training records.
Cargo Damage & Loss
Cargo claims require proving the condition of goods and carrier liability through documentation.
Key exhibits: Bills of lading, cargo surveys, condition reports, photographs, temperature logs, stowage plans, letters of protest.
Collision & Allision
Maritime accidents require detailed navigational evidence and damage documentation.
Key exhibits: Charts with track plots, VDR data, weather records, lookout and helm orders, damage surveys, repair estimates, witness statements.
Charter Party Disputes
Commercial shipping disputes require comprehensive charter documentation.
Key exhibits: Charter party agreements, fixture notes, voyage instructions, laycan notices, hire statements, off-hire records, demurrage calculations.
Time Savings for Maritime Cases
| Document Volume | Manual Time | ExhibitPrep | Time Saved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jones Act case (60 docs) | 3 hours | 18 min | ~2.7 hours |
| Cargo claim (100 docs) | 4-5 hours | 25 min | ~4.5 hours |
| Collision case (150+ docs) | 6-8 hours | 35 min | ~7 hours |
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Maritime Litigation FAQ
What documents are typically exhibits in maritime cases?
Common maritime exhibits include: bills of lading, charter parties, marine insurance policies, vessel certificates, crew lists and medical records, voyage logs, incident reports, marine surveys, cargo manifests, photographs, and navigational charts.
How do I handle nautical charts as exhibits?
ExhibitPrep handles large-format PDFs including nautical charts. Position stamps in chart margins to avoid obscuring navigation data. Consider creating detail sections with the full chart as a reference exhibit.
What about international maritime documents?
Maritime cases often involve international documents. Upload original language documents and certified translations as separate exhibits. ExhibitPrep handles documents in any language.
How should I organize Jones Act case exhibits?
For Jones Act cases, organize exhibits by issue: employment records, medical records and treatment, incident documentation, and damages. Use date prefixes for chronological ordering within each category.
Can I stamp marine survey reports?
Yes. Upload survey reports as PDFs. ExhibitPrep stamps the first page and can add consistent stamps throughout multi-page surveys while preserving technical details.
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