The injury occurred whilst alongside in San Francisco. Therefore maritime “open sea” law would not apply.
I get the pain and suffering aspect but for me at this time the priority is to get a new implant paid for. Perhaps a FCC of some sort for p & s.
WRT the complexity of any potential legal case, a successful small claims case in California would cover the dental costs (up to $10,000 USD), does not involve lawyers (court rule), and is timely (two months according to the website).
Again, I certainly hope it does not come to this but I have the time to pursue it.
I appreciate all of your input.