Category Archives: Boat Accident
What is an Example of a Boating Accident?
Collisions, drownings, and falls are the most common examples of a boating accident. Operator inexperience is usually the common denominator. In the Golden State, children as young as 12 years old can operate power boats in some cases. The lax policies in this area encourage tourism. But they put people at risk. When government… Read More »
What to Expect in a Boat Accident Claim
Most boat accident victims can expect a settlement. Over 95 percent of civil cases settle out of court. As outlined below, settlement is a process, not a result. Several kinds of victims may be eligible for a boat accident settlement. These victims include collision victims, onboard slip-and-fall victims, and “man overboard” drowning victims. A… Read More »
Breaking Down a Boat Accident Claim
The Emerald State has one of the lowest boat operator licensing requirements in the country. A 12-year-old can operate a powered watercraft in Washington State. Frequently, novice boaters assume that driving a boat is like driving a car. But cars have brakes and tires, so they can stop quickly and turn sharply. Boats float,… Read More »
Five Kinds of Boating Accidents
Most of the boating accidents listed below are caused by negligence, which is basically a lack of care. Operator negligence, while driving the boat, supervising passengers, or both, is the most common culprit. Usually, owners with little or no experience aboard a watercraft must safely operate a high-powered boat and ensure that passengers, who… Read More »
Top Three Kinds of Boating Injuries
Boating is a very popular recreational activity in California. Boating is also dangerous. Nationwide, boating accidents seriously injure thousands of people every year. Boating, like driving or flying, is an inherently dangerous activity that’s usually, although certainly not always, safe. So, if the weather starts getting rough and the tiny ship is tossed, someone… Read More »
