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Boating Accident Attorney
Personal Injury Lawyer in Coral Springs
For many residents in Coral Springs, Florida, boating is a welcome pastime. Whether you use an airboat in the Everglades to the west, a speedboat off the coast of Pompano Beach to the east, or a smaller watercraft in one of the city’s manmade lakes or channels, you need to be aware that other negligent boaters in the area may pose an immediate danger to you and your loved ones. If you have been hurt in a boating accident that was not your fault, our Coral Springs personal injury attorney at The Law Offices of Jason S. Goodman, P.A. can build you a case and represent you from start to finish, leaving nothing solely up to chance.
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Consequences of Boating Accidents
Due to the floating nature of a boat, many people who operate them may underestimate their weight and mass. This can lead to boaters who negligently control their watercraft, either pushing it too quickly through the water or steering it too closely to others. Upon impact, even a small boat can cause catastrophic injuries.
Victims injured in a boating accident may suffer:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Disfigurement or paralysis
- Drowning (wrongful death)
If you have been hurt in a boating accident, be sure to seek any necessary medical attention. You will want to keep medical records for your case, as well as allow your injury attorney to evaluate the costs of your injuries. Few things can be more frustrating than settling for compensation that ultimately does not provide for your needs, such as initial medical costs, follow-up procedures, boat repair, and more.
Safety Tips to Prevent Boating Accidents
Two of the main reasons boating accidents occur are negligence and unpreparedness. Most people cannot envision a boat accident happening to them – they are quite rare in comparison to car accidents – and do not take proper precautionary steps before getting on the water.
To hopefully avoid a boat accident in the future, remember these safety tips:
- Wear life jackets at all times.
- Tune to an emergency radio station and leave it on.
- Never travel faster than approved speed limits or what is safe.
- Maintain your vessel regularly.
- Do not load cargo in excess of the boat’s weight rating.
- Check weather predictions for the day of your boating trip.
- Go over safety routines with everyone onboard.
We are Devoted to Our Clients’ Wellbeing
At our law firm, our philosophy is simple yet powerful: treat each client as a close friend, and never allow insurance companies or liable parties to walk over them. We are genuinely dedicated to your recovery and livelihood. By providing top-notch representation with a personalized touch, we believe we can prove this to you.
Contact our Coral Springs personal injury lawyer today at (954) 522-9322.