Category Archives: Boat Accidents
What Happens After a Boat Accident on Fort Lauderdale’s Waterways
Fort Lauderdale’s canals, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the open water beyond Port Everglades draw boaters year-round, and with that much traffic, collisions are inevitable. What many boaters do not realize is that Florida law imposes specific legal duties the moment an accident happens, and failing to meet them can create criminal exposure on top… Read More »
When Recreational Boats and Commercial Vessels Share San Juan Bay
San Juan Bay brings recreational boating into the same working harbor used by dramatically larger, far less maneuverable commercial vessels. A small powerboat or sailboat may be able to change course within seconds. A cargo vessel, cruise ship, tug-assisted vessel, or other large commercial ship may need substantially more distance and time to slow,… Read More »
Boating Accidents on Biscayne Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway
Biscayne Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway are two of Miami’s most iconic bodies of water. They’re also among the most congested recreational waterways in the state. On any given weekend, you’ll find everything from kayaks and paddleboards to high-powered speedboats and charter vessels all sharing the same channels. That mix creates real risk, and… Read More »
Keeping Your Little Ones Safe On Board a Cruise
What is not to love about a cruise? These floating paradises offer a one stop shop that appeals to many American families. For a single price that is often cheaper than flying abroad, cruise vacationers are afforded accommodation, meals, live entertainment, swimming pools and other recreational activities, age-appropriate activities for the kids and the… Read More »
The Potential Danger of Boating Accidents
Considering Florida has such beautiful year-round weather, it is unsurprising that boating is such a popular recreational activity. For Florida residents and visitors alike, there are a few things that sound more relaxing and enjoyable than a day out on the water whether engaging in water sports such as fishing or simply hanging out… Read More »
Boating Accidents in Florida
In June 2018, two boats crashed during the Jacksonville Grand Prix of the Sea on the St. Johns River. Several people were injured in the accident, and one man, a Florida firefighter, died. Witnesses expressed concerns about the safety of the race, according to news reports. Whether the race organizers or boat drivers were… Read More »
Popularity of Boating Raises Possibility of Accidents, Injury and Even Death
Boating is a popular recreational activity in Florida, but it can also be a dangerous one. There are more registered vessels in Florida than in any other state. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Law Enforcement, there were more than 915,000 vessels registered in 2015. Such a larger number… Read More »
What You Need to Know Before Filing a Maritime Injury Claim
The law of the sea is very different from that of the land, and it can be confusing for someone who chooses to visit rather than work there. If you go out to sea on a fishing charter, cruise ship, or even in a friend’s boat, and if you are injured in an accident,… Read More »
Understanding Governing Laws For Airboat Accidents That Occur in the Everglades
Airboat tours are one of the main attractions in the Florida Everglades. The combination of being on a fan boat and getting to see some alligators up close and personal is enough for many of the state’s millions of visitors to set aside an entire day dedicated solely to riding on a fan boat… Read More »
Dealing With A Jet Ski Accident Injury In Florida
In January of this year, a woman was hospitalized for a head injury sustained from a jet ski accident in Miami Beach, Florida. In 2015, two teenagers crashed their jet ski into a private dock, critically injuring them both. In June of that same year, a 17-year-old boy was pronounced dead after his jet… Read More »