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Boat Accident Attorneys

If you were injured in an accident on the water that was not your fault, you may be entitled to substantial compensation. This could include medical bills, physical therapy, and loss of income because of your inability to work.

Some victims might also be eligible for punitive damages when the defendant's behavior was egregious or reckless. These types of awards are designed to penalize the defendant and deter similar misconduct in the future.

Personal Injury

Accidents on the water can cause serious injuries, however many are preventable. Inexperienced and untrained boaters are the most common cause of boat accidents, along with other reckless choices like driving under the influence, carrying too many passengers, or reckless behavior. The severity of injuries can range from lacerations and bruises to permanent paralysis caused by neck or spinal cord injuries.

Victims of injuries sustained by a boating accident could get compensation for their medical expenses as well as lost income or job while they recover. They can also claim the costs of long-term medical care when their injuries are permanent. Unfortunately, estimating the value of an injury claim isn't a simple task and insurance firms often attempt to accept less than the victims need to receive. A knowledgeable attorney can help you fight for the highest settlement possible.

A New York City boat accident lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation of the accident to ensure that all relevant evidence is gathered. This includes obtaining important documents, including witness statements and police reports as well as logs of maintenance for the vessel as well as chemical tests and photos of the scene of the accident as well as the property damage. Other essential information may be obtained from medical records including detailed reports of the injuries suffered, expenses incurred, and estimated future costs. Lawyers can negotiate with the at-fault party and/or the insurance company for a fair settlement.

Maritime Workers' Compensation

Workers on workboats as well as other vessels, including supply ships, are exposed to hazardous conditions throughout their work. They are at risk of being injured not just by cargo or equipment falling as well as accidents on boats caused by the negligence or carelessness of other people on board the vessel.

The Jones Act and other federal statutes protect seamen from employer negligence. If they sustain injuries as a result of such incidents, they're entitled to full compensation under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA). These damages can include medical expenses and lost wages, as well as the cost of living during the recovery process as well as pain and suffering and other financial benefits.

Often, seamen who are injured on a supply vessel tugboats, dredgers, oil tanks, barges, cruise or sightseeing boats require more than workers' compensation in order to pay for their losses. A New York boat accident attorney can help identify third-party claims seamen may be eligible for like claims of unsafeness or the employer's failure maintain the safety of the vessel.

Your lawyer will gather important documents and evidence that relate to your claim. These include medical records, information regarding insurance policies, police reports and many more. They will then enter into settlement negotiations with the defendant's lawyer and insurance company on your behalf. If a fair and reasonable settlement cannot be reached, they will prepare for trial in order to make a convincing argument in court on your behalf.

Product Defects

Although the majority of boat accidents happen because of reckless or negligent actions of the boat's owner, there are also many instances where a crash is actually the result of defective equipment. In these instances, the victims may sue the manufacturer who made the defective product to seek compensation. A Reston, VA, product defect lawyer can assist in these instances.

Defective boats and equipment may be covered under strict liability, negligence or warranty law. A warranty claim may be the result of a breach express or implied warranties created by law, for example the New Jersey used car lemon laws or the guarantees of the merchantability and fit and finishing under the Uniform Commercial Code.

Latent defects are often covered by insurance policies too. Although some consumers may claim that the issue is obvious or clear, courts often require expert testimony by a surveyor or another qualified professional to determine whether the mechanical breakdown or damage was caused by an unnoticed problem.

Certain defects are discovered after a boat is sold. They are usually regarded as manufacturing defects and are the responsibility of the manufacturer. Others are discovered after a boat is operated and owned and may be the responsibility of the owner. One instance is when the owner does not emptying of the engine of water and the water then freezes and damages the motor in the winter.

Insurance

Boating and other water sports are popular in New York, a state with easy access to the Atlantic Ocean and many lakes. Like any other recreational activity there are risks and liabilities that are involved.

When boating accidents happen and people are injured, they can make a personal injury claim or wrongful death claim to compensate for their losses. Damages may include medical costs, loss of income, property losses in addition to pain and suffering diminished quality of life, permanent disability, disfigurement, and other expenses. Victims may also seek punitive damages when they are the result of reckless or gross negligence actions by the responsible party.

Insurance companies aren't easy to work with in a boating case especially when their primary goal is to settle as little as they can. Hire a NYC lawyer for boating accidents who will work closely with insurers to hold everyone accountable for their actions.

An experienced attorney will thoroughly examine all evidence 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 to negotiate an acceptable settlement. If they cannot reach a settlement then our lawyers will prepare for trial. We are skilled at the presentation of evidence to support your claim and winning the highest amount of money.

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