§ 4705. Liability of barge removal contractors

• (a) A barge removal contractor and its subcontractor are not liable for damages that result from actions taken or omitted to be taken in the course of removing a barge under this subchapter.
• (b) Subsection (a) does not apply—
  • (1) with respect to personal injury or wrongful death; or
  • (2) if the contractor or subcontractor is grossly negligent or engages in willful misconduct.