SAPELO ISLAND, Ga. – Today, Ben Crump Law, in collaboration with the law firm of Saltz, Mongeluzzi, Bendesky, and the Georgia Attorney General’s Office, will conduct a preliminary inspection of the Sapelo Island dock following the catastrophic collapse that tragically claimed the lives of seven individuals and injured others on October 19. The inspection marks the first phase of a comprehensive investigation aimed at identifying the causes behind this tragedy.
Attorney Crump issued the following statement:
“Our priority is to get to the truth of what caused this tragic collapse and to ensure that justice is served for the families who have suffered unimaginable loss. Working alongside world-class structural engineers, geotechnical experts, and metallurgists, our legal teams are determined to uncover the factors that led to this devastating failure, which took place as the Gullah-Geeche community gathered for their cherished Culture Day celebration. We aim to hold accountable those responsible for this preventable disaster and advocate for changes that will protect communities from similar tragedies in the future.”
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