Boat Accident Attorneys

If you were injured by an accident in the boating industry and it wasn't your fault, you could be entitled to a substantial payout. These expenses can include physical therapy, medical bills, and loss of income due to an inability to work.

Some victims can also be awarded punitive damages, when the conduct of the defendant was reckless and egregious. These kinds of awards are crafted to punish the defendant and deter similar actions in the future.

Personal Injury

Boating accidents can result in serious injuries, but they are often preventable. Boat accidents are usually caused by inexperienced and untrained boaters, in addition to other careless choices like driving under the influence of alcohol, carrying too many passengers, or reckless behavior. Injuries can vary from lacerations and bruising to permanent paralysis due to injuries to the head or spinal cord.

Victims of injuries sustained in a boating accident can get compensation for their medical expenses and loss of income or work while they recover. They also have the right to recover costs of long-term medical care if their injuries are permanent. Unfortunately finding out the value of an injury claim is not a simple task and insurance firms often attempt to settle for less than victims are entitled to. An experienced attorney will help you to fight for the highest possible settlement.

A New York City boat accident lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation into the accident to ensure that all relevant evidence is collected. 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 accident scene and the property damage. Medical records can offer essential information, such as detailed reports of the injuries, expenses, and future costs. Lawyers can negotiate with the at-fault party or the insurance company for a fair settlement.

Maritime Workers' Compensation

Maritime workers working on workboats as well as other vessels, such as supply ships, are exposed to hazardous conditions during their employment. They are at risk of getting injured not just from falling equipment or cargo, but also by boat accidents caused by the negligence or recklessness of other parties aboard the vessel.

Seamen have certain rights under the Jones Act and other federal laws that are designed to safeguard them from employer negligence. They are entitled to full compensation under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. These damages can be a result of medical expenses loss of wages, cost of living during recuperation, pain and suffering, and other monetary benefits.

A lot of seamen injured while on a supply ship tugboat, dredger or tugboat barge, oil tanker, or cruise or sightseeing vessel need more than just workers' compensation to pay for their losses. A New York boat accident lawsuit accident attorney can help identify third-party claims an individual seaman may be entitled to claims, for instance, allegations of unreliability or the employer's negligence in maintaining an appropriate vessel.

Your lawyer will collect important documents and evidence that pertain to your claim, including medical records and insurance policy information or police reports, among others. They will then enter into settlement discussions with the lawyer of the defendant and the insurance company on your behalf. If a fair settlement is not reached, they will draft a strong case for trial on your behalf.

Product Defects

While most boat accidents occur due to negligent or reckless behavior on the part of the boat owner However, there are many cases where a crash is actually the result of defective equipment. In these instances, the victims could sue the firm that made the defective product to claim compensation. A Reston, VA, product defect lawyer can assist in these cases.

Defective equipment and boats could be covered by claims based on negligence, strict liability or warranty law. Warranty claims can be based on a breach of implied or express warranties made by law, such as the New Jersey used car lemon laws as well as the warranties of the merchantability and fit and finishing under the Uniform Commercial Code.

Insurance policies typically cover hidden defects too. While some individuals may assert that the issue is obvious or clear, courts often require expert testimony from an expert surveyor or other qualified professional to determine if an issue with a mechanical component or damage resulted from a hidden condition.

Some defects are found after a boat has been sold. These are typically regarded as manufacturing defects and the manufacturer is accountable for the defects. Others are discovered after a vessel is in operation and could be the responsibility of the owner. One example is when a boater forgets to empty water out of the engine, and that water freezes in the winter and damages the motor.

Insurance

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

When boating accidents occur the injured can be able to file a personal injury or wrongful death claim to receive compensation to compensate for their losses. Damages can include medical expenses, loss of income, property losses as well as pain and suffering, diminished quality of life, permanent disability, disfigurement, and other costs. Victims can also pursue punitive damages in instances of reckless or gross negligence behaviour by the at-fault party.

Insurance companies aren't always easy to work with in a boating dispute particularly when their main goal is to settle the lowest amount they can. Hire an NYC lawyer who will work closely with insurers to hold them accountable for their actions.

An experienced attorney will go over all evidence available including police reports as well as medical records. They will also review witnesses' testimony. Then, they'll engage in discussions with the party at fault and their insurance company to secure a fair settlement. If they are unable to come to an agreement the attorneys of our firm will prepare for trial. We are experienced in presenting evidence to support your claim and securing maximum amount of financial compensation.