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Boat Accident Attorneys

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

Certain victims may also be awarded punitive damages when the conduct of the defendant was reckless and egregious. These awards are designed to penalize the defendant for their misconduct and to discourage future offenses.

Personal Injury

Accidents on the water can cause serious injuries, however many are avoidable. Boat accidents are often caused by inexperienced and untrained boaters, in addition to other reckless choices such as driving under the influence of alcohol, bringing too many passengers, or reckless behavior. The severity of injuries ranges from minor bruises to paralysis resulting from spinal cord or brain injury.

Victims injured in a boating incident can receive compensation for their medical bills and lost earnings or work while they recover. They can also claim the cost of long-term treatment when their injuries are permanent. Unfortunately, estimating the value of a personal injury claim is not a simple task and insurance firms often attempt to offer less than what victims need to receive. An experienced lawyer can assist you in negotiating the highest settlement possible.

A New York City boating accident lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation into the incident in order to collect all relevant evidence. This includes the gathering of important documents such as police reports and witness statements, vessel maintenance reports, chemical tests and photos of the site of the accident as well as property damage. Medical records can provide crucial information, for example, detailed reports on the injuries, expenses and the cost of future expenses. The lawyer will then negotiate a fair settlement with the at-fault person and/or insurance company.

Maritime Workers' Compensation

Maritime workers on workboats, supply ships and other vessels are typically exposed to hazardous conditions during the course of their work. They are at risk of getting injured not just by falling equipment or cargo, but also by accidents on boats caused by the negligence or recklessness of other parties on the vessel.

The Jones Act and other federal statutes protect seamen from employer negligence. They have the right to full compensation under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. These damages may include medical expenses as well as lost income, the cost of living during recovery from injuries, pain and suffering and other financial benefits.

Many times, injured seamen on a supply vessel such as tugboats or dredgers barges, oil tanks cruise or sightseeing boats need more than workers' compensation to compensate for their expenses. A knowledgeable New York boat accident lawyer can identify other third-party claims that a seaman might be entitled to compensation, firms including allegations of insecurities and the employer's failure to maintain an appropriate vessel.

Your lawyer will collect important documents and evidence pertaining to your claim, including medical records, insurance policy information as well as police reports and other. They will then enter into settlement discussions with the lawyer of the defendant and insurance company on your behalf. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, they will prepare for trial to make a convincing argument in court on behalf of you.

Product Defects

Although the majority of boat accidents happen due to reckless or negligent behavior on the part of the boat's operator However, there are a number of cases where a crash is actually the result of defective equipment. In these cases, victims may sue the manufacturer who made the defective product to claim compensation. In these cases, an Reston, VA product defect lawyer can help.

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

Latent defects are usually covered by insurance policies too. While some individuals may assert that a problem is obvious or clear, courts often require expert testimony by a surveyor or another expert to determine if an issue with a mechanical component or damage resulted from an unnoticed issue.

Certain defects are discovered after the boat is sold. These are generally deemed manufacturing defects, and the manufacturer is responsible for them. Others are discovered after a vessel is in operation and may be the responsibility of the owner. One example is when the boat owner doesn't emptying of the engine of water and the water freezes, which damages the motor during winter.

Insurance

In a state like New York with easy access to the Atlantic Ocean and numerous lakes boats and other water recreation activities are common among residents. However, like all recreational activities, they carry certain risks and liabilities that could impact the lives of participants.

Injured persons are able to file a personal injury claim or wrongful-death suit to seek compensation. Medical expenses, lost income, property losses, as well as pain and suffering are all considered damages. In the event of gross negligence, the victims may also seek punitive damage.

Insurance companies involved in a boating collision case can be difficult to deal with, particularly since their main objective is to pay you as little as possible. Bring the game level by hiring a NYC attorney for boating injuries who will work with insurance companies to ensure all parties involved are accountable for their actions.

An experienced attorney will examine all evidence available such as police reports, medical records, and witness testimony. Then, they'll engage in negotiations with the at-fault party and their insurance company in order to reach a fair settlement. If they are unable to reach a settlement then our lawyers will prepare for trial. We are adept at presenting evidence in support of your claim and winning the maximum financial award.