Category: Boating Accidents
Hit and Run Accidents On Florida's Waterways
July 6, 2016 | Category: Boating Accidents, Personal InjuryHit and run accidents are frequently in the news and are often about vehicle accidents. However, these accidents also happen on our waterways. NBC-2 reported, after a May 29, 2016 Cape Coral boat crash, that authorities were investigating an accident where two juveniles were fishing when a speeding boat hit their boat near the Cape Coral Yacht Club. The boat causing the accident left the scene.
Tips for Boating with Children
April 18, 2016 | Category: Boating AccidentsBoating accidents happen too often and can cause serious injuries to children. With thousands of miles of beautiful coastline, Florida is ideal for boating with families, and many enjoy spending quality time together. A challenge for parents is cruising safely with children.
Personal Watercraft Popular, But Dangerous
April 11, 2016 | Category: Boating AccidentsThe U.S. Coast Guard reported that in 2014 (latest available statistics) PWCs (personal watercraft) were involved in 30 percent of all reported boating accidents. In these accidents there were 592 injuries and 34 deaths.
Boat Propellers Continue to Cause Accidents
March 2, 2016 | Category: Boating AccidentsThe U.S. Coast Guard Recreational Boating Safety Reports show there are approximately 265 accidents where the victim was struck by a motor boat or propeller, of which 28 to 47 of these accidents result in death on an annual basis in the U.S.
What is a Boater Float Plan?
January 20, 2016 | Category: Boating AccidentsAs a state, Florida Fish & Wildlife reports that Florida has the “unfortunate distinction of being the national leader in boating fatalities.” In the list of top ten Florida counties for boating accidents in 2014, they ranked Collier County 7th and Lee County 5th.
Boat Fires - Manufacturers May Have Liability
October 9, 2015 | Category: Boating AccidentsA boat fire in Collier County on September 7, 2015, sent one person to the hospital. Another boat fire in August 2015 in the Intracoastal led to an evacuation of a Palm Beach County waterfront restaurant.
Recent Fatal Boat Accident Still Under Investigation
July 28, 2015 | Category: Boating AccidentsAccording to the Sun Sentinel, a 24-year-old man was killed when the boat on which he was riding hit a concrete dock located along the Intracoastal Waterway. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. on a Saturday in late May, and two other passengers onboard the boat were hurt and taken to Broward Health Medical Center.
Boat Propeller Accidents Can Be Avoided
June 8, 2015 | Category: Boating AccidentsBoating accidents can happen quickly. Someone falls overboard and is then struck by a propeller. If you, or someone you know, is injured as the result of the propeller system of a boat, jet ski or any other watercraft, you have the right to seek compensation.
Safe Towing Tips for RVs and Boats
February 9, 2015 | Category: Boating AccidentsAccording to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, travel trailer sales have been at some of the highest levels in decades. The association anticipates in 2015, that 360,400 travel trailers will be sold, an increase of over 4 percent from those sold in 2014. With these increased sales of travel and boat trailers, many new trailer owners will be on the road. This makes it important to understand how to safely pull a trailer on the road.
Boating in Southwest Florida - Keep It Safe Part 3 -- Don't Drink and Drive Boats
February 6, 2015 | Category: Boating AccidentsThis is the third of a three-part series on Boating in Southwest Florida - Keep It Safe. In Part 3 we are addressing the issue of boating under the influence (BUI) of alcohol and/or drugs. Every year the media reports of boating accidents in Florida, many of which are caused by BUI. As a personal injury attorney and a boater/fisherman, I am concerned about this issue.