Boating Accidents

Hypothermia is a very serious condition that causes around 750 annual deaths in the United States. It is especially a problem for those who work in the maritime industry or even recreational boaters. Hypothermia often sets in after someone is exposed to extremely cold...

Many auto accidents are caused by distracted driving. A driver may not be giving their actions sufficient attention when they take their eyes off the road, hands off the wheel or mind off of driving. An auto accident can happen in only a few seconds of distracted...

Boating is incredibly popular in Florida and many people specifically travel to the state for the beaches and to spend time on the water. That said, many of these individuals will fly to Florida, so they’re not bringing any type of watercraft with them. Instead,...

If you are injured while on a boat, there are typically ways to claim compensation related to your harm. The opportunities at your disposal will depend upon why you were on the boat in the first place. If you were out leisure boating when you were injured, you may be...

Florida businesses run ferry boats of all sizes between the coastal areas of the state, throughout the Keys and to the Bahamas and other nearby islands. In some parts of the country, people use ferries to get to and from work every day. For many people, they’re the...

Boating is fun for people of all ages, especially since Florida’s weather remains warm and pleasant throughout most of the year. While this is the case, injuries may occur when a boat capsizes or collides with another watercraft or stationary object.  Knowing the most...

Boating accidents can happen quickly and unexpectedly while having serious and life-altering injuries.  The result can be physical, emotional, mental and financial anguish which can leave the injured party in a position where they are no longer able to work or enjoy...

You’ve probably heard of distracted driving. Each year, thousands are injured, and many are killed on the roads because drivers are not paying sufficient attention.  Have you ever thought being distracted on the water might be just as dangerous? Many boat owners or...

There’s no question that Florida offers some of the best boating locations in the entire country. In 2021, the total number of registered vessels in the state surpassed one million (with it continuing to rise throughout 2022). This puts it 200,000 vessels ahead of...

You can reduce the possibility of a boating accident by following the rules of the waterways and using responsible boating practices. However, as the name implies, “accidents” can still happen.  If you are involved in a boating accident, you may wonder if you must...