New York Boat Accident Law

A New York boat accident lawyer will help you get compensation for your physical and mental pain, loss of enjoyment of life medical bills, scarring future medical expenses and lost wages. Also, you can seek compensation for the loss of a loved one.

The degree of fault can be determined using the principles of proximate causes such as the possibility of pre-eminence of the injury or loss. A skilled attorney will investigate the facts and find potential liable parties.

Ferry Boat Accidents

Ferry boats transport people across rivers, lakes and other waterways. These commercial vessels must conform to the nation's Coast Guard's rules and regulations when they travel on a navigable waterway. This means checking their equipment regularly for mechanical issues and making sure there are enough personal floatation devices available for all passengers in the event of an accident. The captain of a ferryboat is also responsible for safely navigating the vessel. If the captain is found to be reckless or negligent behavior, this may constitute grounds for a lawsuit against him or her.

Crew members and passengers may suffer injuries while on the ferry boat due to various reasons. Accidents that result from slips and falls could occur on the steps that lead onto or off the ferry, or on other surfaces within the boat. These accidents can result in broken bones, concussions, or head injuries. It is also possible for people to fall overboard when safety measures are not in place, or the boat is shook by the weather.

If you're injured working on a ferry boat you can seek workers compensation and to sue the company for damages under the laws of admiralty and maritime. Your lawyer will identify the person who caused your injuries, and make sure that you are compensated for all your losses.

Personal Watercraft Accidents

The injuries suffered by passengers of personal watercrafts such as Jet Skis and WaveRunners can vary from minor bruises and cuts to serious injuries that result in traumatic brain injury or death. Direct contact with another vessel, or fixed object, is the most frequent cause of serious injuries.

PWC collisions are quite common and are especially common with other personal watercrafts and speeding boats. Operators who aren't experienced often have difficulty understanding their speed and distances. This can lead to head-on collisions resulting in neck and back pain, traumatic injuries including spinal cord injuries and even death.

Intoxicated or reckless operators speed and control their personal watercrafts with carelessness. These accidents could also be caused by defective products, as some personal watercrafts are equipped with pump-jet engines that take in and release water at extremely powerful levels.

If you or a loved one was injured in an accident on the water, you should contact an experienced personal injury attorney immediately. You can establish the liability and proof by taking pictures of your wounds or bruises, jotting down important details about the accident, and collecting names of witnesses. It is vital to seek medical attention right away in the event of injuries such as traumatic head injury might not be apparent in an X-ray scan or other diagnostic tests for days or even weeks following the accident.

Boating Accidents on Navigable Waterways

If a boat crash occurs in navigable waters, it could fall under federal maritime law. It could be that the body of water is used for international or interstate commerce or because it was an area that could be used in the future.

In these cases, state tort law can be a possibility. To determine the applicable law, it is important to speak with a personal-injury attorney who is familiar with these kinds of cases.

In any case, whether the incident was on a private or public boat, it's likely that someone was negligent. In many instances, this is the boat operator. This is due to the fact that boats require certain skill sets to operate safely and they are not a safe mode of transportation if one does not have the required training or experience.

In other cases, the negligence of a person may be to blame. This is especially true when a passenger acted recklessly, or in a felony manner. A state agency may also be held accountable for their negligence in the maintenance or operation of the waterway in which the incident occurred.

A boating incident is usually tragic and can cause serious injuries, or even death. If you have been injured in an accident on the water because of the negligence of someone else you should speak with an experienced Buffalo lawyer for boat accidents right promptly.

Boating Accidents on Non-Navigable Waterways

When considering the causes of boat accidents, there are a myriad of factors both within and without the control of a person's. Some boat accidents are caused by inattention of the boat's operator, such as when the boater speeds up the vessel above his experience level. However, other causes are out of the boater's control such as the presence of debris in the water or the weather conditions.

Depending on the location in which your accident took place, federal maritime law or state tort laws may apply. To be eligible under federal maritime law, it must demonstrate "nexus" with traditional maritime activities or a possible disruptive effect on maritime trade. Accidents involving recreational boats do not meet this standard thus your case may be subject to state law.

When dealing with an accident on the water it is crucial to contact an experienced lawyer immediately following the incident. A lawyer can assist you determine if there was any laws violated and seek compensation for damages. If you've been injured as a result of an accident with a boat, Joye Law Firm can protect your rights and vigorously pursue the compensation you're entitled to. Contact us today to start. Your first consultation is absolutely free. We do not receive a payment until you are paid. We offer flexible scheduling options to meet your requirements. Located 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.