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Boat Accident Attorneys

If you've been injured as a result of an accident while on a boat that wasn't your fault, you may be entitled to substantial compensation. These costs may include physical therapy, medical bills and income loss due to the inability to work.

Some victims may also be awarded punitive damages, if the defendant's conduct was reckless and egregious. These kinds of awards are crafted to punish the offender and deter similar misconduct in the future.

Personal Injury

While boating accidents can lead to serious injuries, a lot of them can be avoided. Boat accidents are usually caused by untrained and inexperienced boaters, in addition to other reckless decisions like driving under the under the influence of alcohol, transporting too many passengers, or reckless behavior. The severity of the injuries vary from minor bruises to paralysis resulting from spinal cord or brain injury.

The victims of a boating accident are entitled to compensation for medical bills and loss in earnings or work while recovering from their injuries. If their injuries last for a long time, they can also recover expenses for long-term care. Insurance companies usually try to accept less than the victims have earned when estimating a claim's value. A knowledgeable attorney can help you to fight for the highest amount of compensation possible.

A New York City boat accident lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation of the accident to ensure all relevant evidence is gathered. This includes collecting important documents, including police reports and witness statements, vessel maintenance logs chemical tests, and photographs of the scene of an accident and the property damage. Other essential information may be gathered from medical records, including detailed descriptions of the injuries sustained, the expenses incurred, as well as estimated future costs. The lawyer will then negotiate an acceptable settlement with the person at fault and/or insurance company.

Maritime Workers' Compensation

Workers on supply ships, workboats and other vessels are often exposed to hazardous conditions in the course of their job. In addition to being injured by falling cargo or equipment and equipment, they also are at risk for boat accidents caused by the negligent or reckless actions of other passengers on the vessel.

Seamen are entitled to certain rights under the Jones Act and other federal laws that protect them from employer negligence. They are entitled to full compensation under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. These damages can include medical expenses as well as lost income, the cost of living during recovery from injuries, pain and suffering and other monetary benefits.

Many times, seamen who are injured on a supply boat tugboat, dredger barge, oil tanker or cruise or sightseeing boat need more than just workers' compensation to cover their injuries. A skilled New York boat accident lawyer can help identify other third-party claims that a seaman could be eligible for compensation, such as allegations of unseaworthiness and the failure of the employer to maintain an appropriate vessel.

Your lawyer will gather crucial documents and evidence that pertain to your claim, including medical records, insurance policy information or police reports, among others. They will then enter into settlement negotiations with the lawyer of the defendant and the insurance company on your behalf. If a fair and reasonable settlement cannot be reached then they will prepare for trial so that they can argue a convincing case in the court on your behalf.

Product Defects

Although the majority of boat accidents happen because of negligent or reckless behaviour on the part of the boat's operator However, there are a number of instances where a crash is actually the result of faulty equipment. In those instances, victims can seek compensation from company that produced the defective product through a lawsuit. A Reston, VA, product defect lawyer can assist in these cases.

Boats and defective equipment can be covered under strict liability, negligence, or warranty law. A warranty claim could be based on 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.

Insurance policies typically cover hidden defects, too. Although some people believe that the issue is obvious or obvious, courts often require an expert witness from a surveyor or other qualified professional to determine if an engine failure or other damage was caused by a hidden issue.

There are some defects that are discovered after a boat is sold. These are generally deemed manufacturing defects and the manufacturer is accountable for them. Some are discovered after the vessel is in operation and could be the fault of the owner. One example is when the owner does not emptying of the water from the engine and the water freezes and causes damage to the motor during the winter.

Insurance

In a state such as New York with easy access to the Atlantic Ocean and numerous lakes such as boating, water sports and similar recreation activities are common for residents. However, as with most recreational activities, they are accompanied by certain risks and liabilities that can affect the lives of those who participate.

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

Insurance companies aren't easy to work with in a case involving boats particularly when their main goal is to compensate the least amount possible. Employ an NYC boating accident attorney who will work closely with insurers to ensure that all parties are held accountable for their actions.

A seasoned attorney will go through all evidence available such as police reports, medical records, and witness testimony. Then, they'll engage in discussions with the at-fault party and their insurance company to secure an acceptable settlement. If they fail to agree on a settlement then our lawyers will prepare for trial. We are experienced in providing evidence to support your claim and winning the highest amount of money.