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Admiralty jurisdiction is the power of the U.S. district courts to handle cases related to maritime law. This means that if something happens on the water, like a shipwreck or a dispute between sailors, the court can hear the case and make a decision. It's also sometimes called maritime jurisdiction.
ADMIRALTY JURISDICTION
Admiralty jurisdiction refers to the authority of U.S. district courts to handle legal cases related to maritime activities. This includes cases involving ships, boats, and other vessels, as well as maritime contracts, injuries, and other disputes.
Examples of cases that fall under admiralty jurisdiction include:
These examples illustrate how admiralty jurisdiction applies to legal cases that involve maritime activities and the people and companies involved in them.