What Experts From The Field Want You To Know
New York Boat Accident Law
A New York boat accident lawyer can assist you in obtaining compensation for your mental and physical pain, loss of enjoyment of life medical bills, scarring and future medical expenses and lost wages. You may also be able to claim compensation for the loss of a loved-one.
The determination of fault can be made applying the principles of proximate cause, such as the foreseeability or injury or loss. A skilled attorney will investigate the facts and identify potential responsible parties.
Ferry Boat Accidents
Ferry boats transport passengers between different locations on lakes, rivers and other waterways. These commercial vessels must conform to the Coast Guard's rules and regulations whenever they travel on a navigable waterway. This includes making sure that their equipment is checked for mechanical issues frequently and ensuring that there adequate personal flotation devices available to ensure that all passengers are protected in the event of a serious accident. A ferry boat's captain is also accountable for steering the vessel in a secure manner. If the captain exhibits reckless or negligent behavior, this may constitute grounds for a lawsuit against him or his.
Passengers and crew members can be injured on the ferry boat due to various reasons. Accidents caused by slips and falls could occur on the stairs leading to and off of a ferry, as well as on other surfaces aboard the boat. These accidents can cause broken bones, concussions, or head injuries. It is also possible for people to fall out of a boat if the safety measures are not in place or if the boat is shaken by storms.
If you're injured while on a vessel, you can sue the company for violations of maritime and admiralty law as well as workers ' compensation. Your lawyer will identify who is responsible for your injury and ensure you receive full compensation for your losses.
Personal Watercraft Accidents
Injuries to passengers of personal watercrafts like Jet Skis and WaveRunners may be as minor as cuts to severe injuries that result in trauma to the brain. Direct collision with another vessel, or with a fixed object, is the most frequent cause of serious injuries.
PWC collisions with other personal watercraft or speeding boats are common. Inexperienced boaters are often incapable of assessing their speed and distances, resulting in head-on collisions, which can cause a variety of injuries like back and neck pain, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, and even death.
Intoxicated or reckless operators speed and control their personal watercrafts in reckless manner. A few of these accidents can be caused by defective products. For example, some personal watercrafts are equipped with pumps-jet engines, which can take the water up and blow it out at high speeds.
Contact a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer as soon as possible in the event that you or someone you care about is injured in a drowning accident. Photographing your wounds and bruises as well as completing an account of your journal with vital details about the incident and obtaining the names of witnesses can help establish the liability and prove your case. It is crucial to seek medical care immediately for injuries that are not immediately apparent, such as traumatic head injury may not be visible through an X-ray or other diagnostic tests for a few days or even weeks following the accident.
Boating Accidents on Navigable Waterways
When a boating accident occurs on navigable waters it may fall under federal maritime law. It could be because the body of water is used for interstate or international trade or it is an area that could be used in the future.
In these situations the state tort law may also be applied. It is crucial to speak with a personal injury attorney familiar with this type of situation to determine which law applies.
No matter if the incident occurred on a public or private boat, it is most likely that someone was negligent. In most cases, it is the boat operator. Boats require certain capabilities to operate safely and are not a safe method of transportation if a person does not have the necessary knowledge or training.
In other cases it is possible that the negligence of a fellow passenger could be the reason. This is particularly true if an individual acted recklessly or in a criminal manner. A state agency could also be held accountable for negligence in operating or maintaining the waterway in which the accident happened.
A boating accident can be tragic and can cause serious injuries, or even death. If you have been injured in a boating accident because of the negligence of another person, you should contact an experienced Buffalo lawyer for a boat accident lawsuits accident right away.
Boating Accidents on Non-Navigable Waterways
There are a myriad of factors that can lead to boat accidents. Certain of these factors are within the control of an individual, while others may be beyond their control. Some of them are due to boat operator's negligence, for instance when they speed up or operate their vessel beyond their ability. Other causes are beyond the boater's control, such as the presence of debris in the water or weather conditions.
Depending on the location in which your accident occurred, either federal maritime law or state tort laws could apply. For your accident to qualify under federal maritime law, it must have "nexus" with maritime traditional activities or a potential disruptive impact on the maritime trade. Collisions between recreational vessels do not meet this criteria. Your case could be subject to state law.
Engaging a knowledgeable lawyer as soon as possible after a boating incident is crucial. An attorney can help determine if there was any laws that were violated and seek compensation for any damages. If you've been injured in a boating accident Joye Law Firm will aggressively pursue compensation for you. Contact us today to get started. Your first consultation is for free. We don't get paid unless you pay us. We also offer flexible scheduling to your convenience. Based in New York City, we represent clients across the United States. To make it easier for you, we have offices in Albany, Buffalo, and Poughkeepsie.