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Boat Accident Attorneys

If you've suffered injuries in a boating accident that was not your fault, you may be entitled to a substantial amount of compensation. These costs could include medical bills, physical therapy as well as loss of income due to the inability to work.

Certain victims may be awarded punitive damages, when the conduct of the defendant was reckless and indecent. These awards are designed to penalize the defendant for their actions and to deter future incidents.

Personal Injury

Boating accidents can cause serious injuries but many are preventable. Boat accidents are often caused by inexperienced and untrained boaters, and other reckless decisions like driving under the influence of alcohol, bringing many passengers, and reckless behavior. The severity of injuries ranges from minor bruising to paralysis due to the brain or spinal cord.

Boating accident victims are entitled to compensation for their medical bills as well as the loss of earnings or work while they recover from injuries. They may also be able to recover the costs of long-term medical care if their injuries are permanent. Unfortunately finding out the value of a personal injury claim is not a simple task and insurance companies often try to settle for less than victims deserve. A skilled attorney can help you fight for the most lucrative settlement you can get.

A New York City boating accident lawyer will conduct an extensive investigation into the accident to collect all relevant evidence. This includes gathering important documents, such as police reports and witness statements, vessel maintenance logs, chemical tests and photographs of the accident scene and the property damage. Other vital information can be obtained from medical records, including detailed descriptions of the injuries sustained as well as the expenses incurred and estimates of future costs. The lawyer may then negotiate an acceptable settlement with the person responsible for the accident or the insurance company.

Maritime Workers' Compensation

Workers on workboats, supply ships and other vessels are frequently exposed to dangerous conditions in the course of their work. In addition to being injured by falling cargo or equipment, they are also at risk of being involved in boat accidents caused by negligent or reckless actions of other people onboard the vessel.

Seamen have specific rights under the Jones Act and other federal laws that protect them from employer negligence. If they sustain injuries as a result of such incidents, they're entitled to full damages under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA). The damages may include medical expenses and lost wages, as well as the cost of living during the recovery process, pain and suffering, as well as other benefits in the form of money.

In many cases, injured seamen on supply vessels tugboats, dredgers, oil tanks, barges, cruise or sightseeing boats require more than workers' compensation in order to compensate for their losses. A New York boat accident attorney can identify third party claims that a seaman may be entitled to claims, for instance, allegations of a lack of seaworthiness or an employer's inability to maintain a safe vessel.

Your lawyer will gather crucial documents and evidence in connection with your claim. This includes medical records, details about insurance policies, police reports and many more. They will then engage in settlement discussions with the lawyer of the defendant and the insurance company on your behalf. If there is no fair settlement reached, they will then prepare a strong case for accident trial on your behalf.

Product Defects

Many accidents on boats result from defective equipment. The majority of boat accidents are caused by the reckless or negligent behavior of the boat operator. In these instances, victims may seek compensation from the company that made the defective product by filing a lawsuit. In these situations, an Reston, VA product defect lawyer can assist.

Defective equipment and boats can be covered under strict liability, negligence, or warranty law. A warranty claim can be the result of a breach implied or express warranties imposed by law, for example the New Jersey used car lemon laws or the guarantees of the merchantability and fit and finishing under the Uniform Commercial Code.

Latent defects are often covered by insurance policies as well. Although some people think an issue is evident or obvious, courts typically require expert testimony by a surveyor or other certified professional to determine if an issue with a mechanical component or any other damage was caused by a concealed condition.

A few defects are discovered when the boat is sold. They are usually regarded as manufacturing defects and are the responsibility of the manufacturer. They are often discovered after the boat was operated and owned and could be the fault of the owner. One example is the case of a boat owner who forgets to empty water out of the engine, and the water freezes in winter and causes damage to the engine.

Insurance

Boating and other water sports are very popular in New York, a state with easy access to the Atlantic Ocean and many lakes. As with all recreational activities there are risks and liabilities to be considered.

Individuals who have been injured are able to file a personal injury claim or wrongful-death suit to seek compensation. Damages include medical expenses, loss of income, property loss along with pain and suffering, diminished quality of life, permanent disability, disfigurement, and other expenses. Victims may also demand punitive damages in the event of reckless or gross negligence behavior by the at-fault party.

Insurance companies can be difficult to negotiate with in a case involving boats, especially when their main objective is to pay as little as they can. Level the playing field by hiring an NYC lawyer for injuries sustained in boating who will work with insurance companies to ensure that all parties are held accountable for their actions.

An experienced attorney will review all evidence available such as police reports and medical records. They will also examine witness testimony. Then they will engage in discussions with the party at fault and their insurance company to obtain an equitable settlement. If they cannot agree on a settlement, our attorneys will prepare for trial. We are experts at the presentation of evidence in support of your claim and securing maximum amount of financial compensation.