The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the owner and operator of the cargo ship Dali, which caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, resulting in the deaths of six construction workers. The lawsuit alleges that the vessel's mechanical and electrical systems were poorly maintained and 'jury-rigged,' leading to a power outage that left the crew unable to prevent the crash. Attorney General Merrick Garland emphasized the aim of holding the responsible companies accountable for the costs incurred by the government in clearing the wreckage and reopening the port. The lawsuit seeks not only recovery of cleanup costs but also punitive damages to deter future negligence. This legal action follows a previous accusation of negligence against the ship's owner, Grace Ocean Private Ltd., and operator, Synergy Marine Group, by the city of Baltimore. Investigations into the incident are ongoing, and the families of the deceased workers are seeking to hold the companies liable for their losses.