As many people watched the search for the Titan submersible that disappeared while attempting to take five individuals closer to the shipwrecked Titanic ocean liner, word came that the privately-owned vessel had suffered a catastrophic implosion, killing all of those aboard.

The vessel was owned by OceanGate Expeditions and some concerns were expressed about its seaworthiness as more information came to light about the construction and design of the submersible. It will take time to investigate the cause and other issues surrounding this event.

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Patricia L. Harman

Patricia L. Harman is the editor-in-chief of Claims magazine, a contributing editor to PropertyCasualty360.com, and chairs the annual America's Claims Event (ACE), which focuses on providing claims professionals with cutting-edge education and networking opportunities. She covers auto, property & casualty, workers' compensation, fraud, risk and cybersecurity, and is a frequent speaker at insurance industry events. Contact her at [email protected]