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Boat Accident Attorneys

If you've been injured as a result of an accident while on a boat, and it was not your fault you may be entitled to a substantial amount of compensation. These expenses could include medical bills, physical therapy and income loss because of your inability to work.

Certain victims may be awarded punitive damages in the event that the defendant's behavior was reckless and egregious. These types of awards are designed to punish the perpetrator and discourage similar behavior in the future.

Personal Injury

Although boating accidents can cause serious injuries, a majority of them can be avoided. Boat accidents are usually caused by untrained and inexperienced boaters, and other careless choices like driving under the under the influence of alcohol, transporting too many people, and reckless behavior. The severity of injuries can range from bruising and lacerations to permanent paralysis from spinal cord or head injury.

Boating accident victims are entitled to compensation for their medical bills and loss of earnings or work as they recover from their injuries. If their injuries are permanent they may also be able to recover costs for long-term medical care. Unfortunately the process of estimating the value of an injury claim isn't an easy task, and insurance firms often attempt to accept less than the victims deserve. An experienced lawyer can help ensure that you receive the highest settlement that is feasible.

A New York City boat accident lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation of the incident to ensure that all relevant evidence is gathered. This includes gathering important documents, including witness statements and police reports, vessel maintenance logs chemical tests, and photographs of the scene of the accident as well as the property damage. Medical records can provide essential information, such as detailed reports on the injuries, expenses, and any future costs. The lawyer can then negotiate with the at-fault party and/or the insurance company for an equitable settlement.

Maritime Workers' Compensation

Workers on supply ships, workboats and other vessels are frequently exposed to hazardous conditions during the course of their job. They are at risk of being injured not only from cargo or equipment falling and cargo, but also due to boat accidents resulting from the negligence or recklessness of others on board the vessel.

Seamen have rights that are specific to them under the Jones Act and other federal laws designed to protect them from employer negligence. When they suffer injuries from these kinds of incidents, they are entitled to full compensation under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA). The damages may include medical expenses as well as lost wages, the cost of living during recuperation along with pain and suffering and other monetary benefits.

Many times, seamen who are injured on a supply ship tugboat, dredger, barge, oil tanker, or cruise or sightseeing vessel require more than just workers' compensation to cover their expenses. A skilled New York boat accident lawyer can help identify other third-party claims where a seaman could be eligible for compensation, such as allegations of a lack of seaworthiness or the employer's inability to maintain a safe vessel.

Your lawyer will collect important documents and evidence regarding your claim, such as medical records, insurance policy information and police reports, among others. They will then enter into settlement negotiations with the defendant's lawyer and insurance company on your behalf. If a fair settlement is not able to be reached the lawyers will prepare for trial so that they can make a convincing argument in court on your behalf.

Product Defects

Many boat accidents are caused by defective equipment. Most accidents on boats are caused by the negligent or reckless actions of the boat's owner. In those cases, victims may seek compensation from the company that made the defective product in a lawsuit. A Reston, VA, product defect lawyer can help in these cases.

Defective equipment and boats may be covered by claims that are based on negligence, strict liability or warranty law. A warranty claim can be the result of a breach implied or express warranties imposed by law, such as the New Jersey used car lemon laws, or the warranties of merchantability and fit and finish under the Uniform Commercial Code.

Insurance policies typically cover hidden defects, too. Although some people think a problem is clear or obvious, courtrooms frequently require an expert witness from a surveyor, or any other qualified professional to determine if the mechanical breakdown or another damage was caused by a concealed problem.

Certain defects are discovered after a boat is sold. These are generally deemed manufacturing defects, and the manufacturer is responsible for these. Some are discovered after the boat accident lawyers has been owned and operated and may be the owner's fault. One example is when the owner forgets the empty the engine's water and the water freezes and causes damage to the motor during the winter.

Insurance

Boating and other water sports are popular in New York, a state with easy access the Atlantic Ocean and many lakes. However, like all sports, they also carry certain risks and liabilities that can have a negative impact on the lives of participants.

In the event of boating accidents the injured can pursue a personal injury wrongful death claim for compensation to cover their losses. Medical expenses loss of income, property damage, and pain and suffering are all considered damages. In cases of gross negligence, victims could also seek punitive damages.

Insurance companies involved in a boating accident case can be difficult to deal with, particularly when their main goal is to settle the case as little as possible. Level the playing field by hiring a NYC lawyer for boating injuries who will work with insurance companies to ensure all parties involved are held accountable for their actions.

An experienced lawyer will go through all evidence available that is available, including police reports medical records, and witness testimony. They will then engage in negotiations with both the at-fault person and their insurance company in order to negotiate a fair settlement. If they are unable to agree on an agreement, our lawyers will prepare the case for trial. We are experienced in providing evidence to support your claim and obtaining the maximum financial award.