THE "ULRIKKA II."

(1927) 29 Ll L Rep 200

COURT OF APPEAL.

Before Lord Justice Scrutton, Lord Justice Atkin and Mr. Justice Eve, sitting with Rear-Admiral Algernon H. C. Candy and Captain Hugh F. David, as Nautical Assessors.

Collision between steamships in Crosby Channel, River Mersey - Conflict of evidence as to visibility, place of collision and speed - Blame attached to plaintiff vessel for not reversing; to defendant vessel for improper helm action-Apportionment: one-third; two-thirds -Finding of fact of trial Judge sitting without a jury-Onus of proof on appeal-Appeal dismissed.