Judge refuses to postpone June 1 civil trial over deadly 2024 collapse of Baltimore bridge
A federal judge has denied a request to postpone the civil trial set for June 1 regarding the 2024 collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge. The trial will proceed despite recent criminal charges against the companies involved in the incident. Victims' families and their attorneys are prepared for the trial, emphasizing the need for justice.
- ▪The civil trial is scheduled to start on June 1, 2026.
- ▪Six construction workers were killed in the bridge collapse caused by the container ship Dali.
- ▪Companies involved in the incident face criminal charges, including conspiracy and misconduct causing death.
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- ▪ Judge keeps Baltimore bridge civil trial on track despite criminal charges — Washington Examiner
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onJudge refuses to postpone June 1 civil trial over deadly 2024 collapse of Baltimore bridgeA federal judge has refused to postpone a trial next month for civil claims stemming from the 2024 collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key BridgeByMICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated PressMay 20, 2026, 3:56 PM1:43BALTIMORE -- A federal judge on Wednesday refused to postpone a trial that is scheduled to start next month for civil claims stemming from the 2024 collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, rejecting a request for a delay by companies involved in the deadly disaster.U.S.
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