Recreational boating and watersports are generally enjoyable activities for most, but they can also be especially risky. The risk comes from the lack of experience of many participants which can lead to accidents and injuries. Florida Statute Chapter 327, Vessel Safety, determines the obligations of individuals involved in boating accidents in the state. Boat operators have a variety of obligations when on the water, one of the most important of which is to operate their watercraft safely, responsibly, attentively, and while sober. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and injuries happen.
When you experience an injury in a boating accident or other watersport due to the operator of another watercraft, Florida law requires that he or she cannot leave the scene of the accident until they:
What Will the Lawyer Need in a Free Case Evaluation?
What Kinds of Boating or Watersports Accidents Have You Represented in the Florida Keys?
How Do I Guard Against Boating Accidents While Visiting the Keys?
If you have photos, accident reports, doctor’s reports, witness contact information and the like already, then that is good to go over in your case evaluation. None of that is necessary, however, if you don’t have it. Part of your injury attorney’s job is determining exactly what is needed to support your specific case and then obtaining it.
A boating accident attorney with us has obtained significant damages on behalf of clients involved in Key West watersports accidents such as:
The best way to protect against an accident when renting a boat or engaging in watersports activities through a local Florida Keys rental or marine outing company is to thoroughly read their safety policies and certifications, ask about their equipment maintenance and understanding of safe weather conditions.
As soon as you have received the necessary emergency medical treatment following your accident, it is time to reach out to a skilled lawyer for boating accident cases. Do not make statements to any insurance company concerning fault in the accident, as their goal is to increase profits by paying you less. With an injury attorney from Brais Law on the case, we will take over the entire process, from gathering evidence and drafting your claim to negotiating the best possible settlement with the insurance company and its attorneys. If you’ve been in a boating accident or experienced a watersport injury in Key West, give our Florida office a call at 305-709-4117, or visit our site to schedule your free initial consultation to learn what your options are now.
