BOATING ACCIDENTS
Boating is generally a way to unwind and have fun. People on various bodies of water, go fishing with friends, or have a fun family outing. Owners of boats are required to follow both state and federal law when operating and maintaining their watercraft.
However, every year more and more people are injured or killed in boating accidents. Accidents can occur aboard a cruise ship, on a jet ski on a lake, a sail boat on the ocean or even riding a ferry transport. Regrettably, because of the carelessness of others on the water, you and your family may be severely injured or even killed.
Most operators of watercraft underestimate the hazards of boating and often are under-trained in the use of the craft as well as local regulations. Operators of watercraft should ensure passenger safety by providing an adequate number of life jackets or personal flotation devices and making sure passengers are seated in safe locations on the vessel.
There are minor boating accidents that may involve two boats colliding into each other where there is just property damage to both boats. However, major boating accidents occur where severe injuries are involved, especially if someone has been operating a boat while being intoxicated. Injuries in such accidents could include brain damage and concussions, broken or fractured bones, severe lacerations, amputations or spinal cord injuries or even death. If you or a family member has been severely injured in a boat accident as a result of someone else’s negligence, contact the Matrix Law Firm immediately. The Matrix Law Firm in Orange County will assist you with any injuries you may have sustained.
Boating accidents may result in:
- Brain Damage or Concussion
- Broken or Fractured Bones
- Burn Injury
- Fatal Accidents
- Paralysis (Paraplegia)
- Soft Tissue Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Wrongful Death
If you or a family member have been injured in a boating accident, please call today for a free confidential consultation to find out what you are entitled to at (000) 000-0000, and we at the Matrix Law Firm look forward to vigorously fighting for you.
