The majority of the earth is covered by water, and boating is a great way to enjoy rivers, lakes, beaches and coasts. Although water sports can be entertaining and exciting, they pose unique dangers of personal injury and wrongful death. Each year over 700 people in the United States die as a result of boating accidents. Additionally, thousands of people each year are injured in the United States as a result of riding in a vessel that capsizes or collides with other vessels or by falling overboard. These accidents are often caused by a slip and fall, reckless driving, drunk driving, boat malfunctions and/or inexperienced water craft operators. Complex legal and safety issues can be involved with such accidents.

Colliding with another vessel is the most common cause of injury or death in boating accidents. It is a general rule of law that the owner and operator of a boat must exercise the highest degree of care to prevent injury and/or death to others.

Any injury that occurs on or with a boat, ship, ferry or personal water craft (e.g., jet ski) is considered a boating accident. Legal claims involving water accidents can involve intricate legal and technical issues. If you or a loved one has been involved in a boating accident, you need the very best attorney; our lawyers and outstanding support staff can help. Please call us or drop by our office, and let us go to work for you now!