Protecting Floridians from Negligent, Intoxicated Boaters

Boat Accidents and Injuries – An Overview

According to the Coast Guard, there are approximately 8,000 boating accidents reported each and every year. These boat accidents result in more then 4,000 serious injuries and nearly 1,000 deaths. Boating accidents usually result in very serious injuries for the occupants because most boats do not contain restraints such as seat belts. Since the 1990′s began, boat, jet ski, and general personal watercraft ownership and usage has exploded across America and Florida in particular. In many instances, the at-fault boat driver is under the influence of alcohol. It is particularly important for Floridians to be vigilant in their pursuit of boat accident and boat injury claims stemming from boat accidents. This is the only true mechanism available to the people of the State of Florida to ensure that our boat drivers are qualified, sober, and safely operating their watercraft.

STAMATAKIS + THALJI handle all types of boating accident and injury cases. Admiralty law often presents complex challenges for those injured as a result of a boating accident. Questions such as whether state negligence law or federal maritime law control must be answered immediatly to protect your interests. The answers to this question and others will go a long way in determining the value of your boat injury case. Additionally, boat accident cases often involve issues of product liability on the part of the manufacturer. Contact our lawyers today for your free consultation.

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“Living on a lake my entire life I share the deep love and passion many Floridians have for the water. Unfortunately, the responsible boat operators and water sports enthusiasts must always be on the lookout for the amatuers and drunks that make our shared water a potentially dangerous place for us and our children. Our firm will fight for the injured to make the waters safer for all of Florida’s families.” — Scott Stamatakis, Founder, STAMATAKIS + THALJI