Families of oil workers killed , hurt in Gulf file lawsuits against BP , Transocean . Score: 6 The Limitation of Liability Act of 1851 was meant to keep U.S . `` It 's understandable self protection , '' Davies said , `` but it still has an unsavory feel to it . '' Merchant Marine competitive . Some lawmakers and analysts say the law should either be amended or repealed .
Families of oil workers killed , hurt in Gulf file lawsuits against BP , Transocean . Score: 6 The Limitation of Liability Act of 1851 was meant to keep U.S . Merchant Marine competitive . Some lawmakers and analysts say the law should either be amended or repealed .