Category Archives: Jetski Accidents
CAN YOU RIDE A JETSKI AT NIGHT IN FLORIDA
No. In fact, Florida Statute §327.39 states that a personal watercraft (also commonly known as a Jetski or “PWC”) can only be operated in Florida 30 minutes before sunrise and then only until 30 minutes after sunset. This will be true regardless of whether you are riding a PWC in the Atlantic, in the… Read More »
The Minimum Age to Operate a Jetski in Florida Is 14 and Other Rules
The minimum age to operate a Jetski (a/k/a personal water craft or PWC) is 14. This is found in Florida Statute 327.39. Some other rules are that the driver of the PWC must wear a life vest while operating the PWC. The driver must also employ a lanyard type engine cutoff switch. (Commonly referred… Read More »
Limitation of Liability and Why It Is Important
We Represent People Injured in Boat Crashes and JetSki Collisions in Florida. Many visitors come to Florida, are hurt on a vessel, and then return to their out-of-State home. Here is something significant to note about such cases. Insurance companies frequently resort to a Limitation of Liability action against injured persons. This is a… Read More »
What Are the Most Common Jetski Accident Injuries?
Jetskis are a lot of fun — after all, many Jetski models can travel over 70 mph, giving riders the feeling of nearly flying. As exhilarating as riding a Jetski (also known as a personal water craft, or “PWC”) can be, high speeds make it one of the most dangerous types of boats to… Read More »
Fatal Jetski Accident Reported by Tampa Bay Times
Sad News Out of Tampa Bay Involving a Jetski Accident The Tampa Bay Times is reporting that on Sunday, May 6, 2018 a 42-year-old man, unfortunately, lost his life while riding a JetSki (known by law enforcement as a personal watercraft or “PWC”). The Tampa Bay Times reports the man’s JetSki was involved with… Read More »