In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas is joined by Cristina Pierson, a trial attorney at Kelley/Uustal, to discuss a potential class action lawsuit against Safe Harbor Marinas. The episode covers the expansion of Safe Harbor Marinas and their market practices, delving into concerns surrounding market consolidation within the yachting industry. Cristina provides an overview of the lawsuit, exploring how it could affect yachting professionals and enthusiasts alike. The conversation addresses issues such as unexpected surcharges and deceptive business practices faced by vessel owners, and how class action lawsuits serve as powerful tools for consumer protection and industry-wide reform.



TOPICS COVERED:



- The role of Safe Harbor Marinas and their market impact

- Deceptive practices and unexpected surcharges in the industry

- How class action lawsuits protect consumers

- The legal framework of class action lawsuits

- Understanding consumer rights within the maritime industry

- Legal theories behind the Safe Harbor case

- Implications for market consolidation in yachting

- How the case could bring about legal changes in the industry



GUEST: Cristina Pierson

Trial Attorney, Kelley/Uustal

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristina-pierson-4679a041/

Website: kelleyuustal.com



HOST: Rick Thomas

Email: rick@rt-yd.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-thomas-51909821/



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