Monthly Archives: September 2025

Forensic Marine Weather Analysis – A Critical Tool for Admiralty Law

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Fred Pickhardt

In complex maritime disputes, the weather is rarely just a circumstance; it is often a central piece of evidence. Whether your case involves cargo damage, vessel loss, or crew injury, understanding the precise marine conditions is essential for building a winning legal strategy. A detailed forensic marine weather analysis can make the difference between a successful resolution and an unfavorable one. Continue reading →

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The Great Tampa Gale of 1848

Posted on September 7, 2025 by Fred Pickhardt

The air hung heavy and still on the morning of Saturday, September 23, 1848, a stillness that felt less like peace and more like a held breath. The few hundred residents of the tiny village of Tampa and the soldiers stationed at Fort Brooke, surrounded by a largely unsettled Florida wilderness, had no modern warnings. The only signals were the phosphorescent glow that lit up the bay that night and an ominous, oppressive sultriness. Continue reading →

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