Dangerous Waters: Boating Accidents

More than 1 million recreational vessels are registered in Florida. With all those boats, ships, kayaks, canoes and other vessels on the water, it is no wonder that boating accidents are so common.

In 2006, Florida led the nation in boating accident fatalities with 69 deaths. That compares to 47 for Texas and 44 for California, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

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At Finebloom and Haenel, P.A., our personal injury attorneys represent clients injured in a wide range of boating accidents, including those involving:

• Careless operation
• Operation without a lookout
• Operator inexperience
• Boating while intoxicated (BUI)
• Failure to provide life jackets
• Cruise ship accidents
• PWC/Jet Ski accidents
• Capsizing
• Collisions with other vehicles

Wrongful Death and Jones Act Claims

We represent not only boating accident victims, but also the survivors of drowning victims who died because of the negligence of a boat or personal watercraft owner. In addition, we represent injured seamen, who have special protections under the Jones Act.

Our lawyers will assess the circumstances of your case to determine if you have a valid boating accident claim. We will also determine the most advantageous way to file your claim — as a personal injury claim, a Jones Act case or under the provisions of maritime law.

To discuss the circumstances of your boating accident, please contact the lawyers of Finebloom and Haenel, P.A. to arrange a free consultation. We represent clients throughout the state of Florida.