Category Archives: Boating Accidents
When Must You Submit a Written Report After a Boating Accident?
Under Florida law, you must file a written boating accident report in certain situations. These include when a crash involved bodily injury, death, the disappearance of any person, or at least $2,000 in property damage. Filing a report is not always straightforward, though, particularly when you are trying to recover from severe injuries and… Read More »
What is the Leading Cause of Fatal Boat Accidents?
Boating is a very fun activity, but it can also be extremely dangerous. Even a seemingly minor boat crash can result in some of the most serious injuries and even death. This is largely due to the nature of boat accidents. Drowning, electrocutions, and traumatic brain injuries are just some of the most common… Read More »
How Does Speeding Cause Boat Accidents?
There are many different causes of boating accidents but by far one of the most common is speeding. When boat operators speed on Florida’s waterways, it can cause serious accidents that result in the most severe injuries. While it is true that there are no speed limits on open water, generally speaking, the state… Read More »
Common Types of Florida Dock and Marina Accidents
Boat docks and marinas are an important part of the boating experience. They provide an area for fueling, inspections, maintenance, and mooring. They also provide a safe way for boat operators and passengers to get on and off their vessels. Unfortunately, people can act negligently on docks and in marinas, and this can result… Read More »
BOAT PROPELLER INJURY CASES IN FLORIDA
Boat propeller cases are way more common than one might think. Boat propellers are almost always not protected by any caging or safety barrier in case a person comes into contact with the propeller blades. At one time this maritime law firm (www.888BoatLaw.com) was handling 5 propeller-strike cases at the same, just to give… Read More »
How to Prove Fault After a Boating Accident
If you have been injured in a boating accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may have a right to financial compensation. To obtain the just damages you are entitled to, though, you must first prove that another person was at fault for your crash. For accident victims, this is extremely difficult, particularly when… Read More »
WHAT IS THE NUMBER ONE CAUSE OF BOAT ACCIDENTS?
It is “operator inattention” according to the U.S. Coast Guard. For recent statistics kept by the U.S. Coast Guard “operator inattention” is the leading cause of boating accidents. Next is not surprisingly “operator inexperience”. Neither of these top two boating accident categories is a surprise to the attorneys representing accident victims here in Florida… Read More »
FAQs About Florida Boating Accidents
Florida attracts boaters from around the state, and around the world, every year. While spending a day out on the water is certainly a great deal of fun, accidents do happen. The aftermath of a boat crash is very confusing. You may not know what happened, what to do next, or how you are… Read More »
Who is Liable After a Boat Accident?
Boating accidents are serious and leave victims with catastrophic injuries. If someone else’s negligence caused your crash, you should not have to pay for your medical bills, lost income, and other losses. You can recover damages from the liable, or at-fault, party but first, you must identify who that party is. Determining who caused… Read More »
Can You Consume Alcohol While Operating a Boat in Florida?
For many boaters, drinking and spending a day on the water go hand in hand. Truthfully, though, boating under the influence is against the law and it can have deadly consequences. State law strictly prohibits people from operating a boat if they are impaired by alcohol or drugs. Impairment occurs when a person’s blood… Read More »