The U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on Monday that may affect U.S. maritime law as it relates to permanently moored vessels. The case, Fane Lozman v. City of Riviera Beach, involves whether such structures are considered private residences or vessels, which are governed by federal maritime law. The case has implications over a host of issues including property taxes, homestead exemptions and others issues. (10 a.m., U.S. Supreme Court Chambers, Washington, D.C. )
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U.S. SUPREME COURT HEARS FLA. MARITIME CASE.
October 01, 2012
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The U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on Monday that may affect U.S. maritime law as it relates to permanently moored vessels. The case, Fane Lozman v. City of Riviera Beach, involves whether such structures are considered private residences or vessels, which are governed by federal maritime law. The case has implications over a host of issues including property taxes, homestead exemptions and others issues. (10 a.m., U.S. Supreme Court Chambers, Washington, D.C. )
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This is a true story of a persistent and tenacious underdog who fought against the governmental seizure of 2200 homes and businesses in 2006 only to see that same government arrest and destroy his floating home three years later, for an alleged failure to pay one month’s rent at the marina. Fane Lozman did not give up but continued the improbable climb from a county court eviction case to the US Supreme Court.
