The most recent report from the U.S. Coast Guard reported over 12 million recreational boating accidents in 2002. The number of boating fatalities increased from the previous year, reaching 750 with 4,062 injuries. Federal regulations require a boat accident be reported under four circumstances:
- Someone dies
- Resulting injuries require medical attention beyond first aid
- Damage to the vessel or other property exceeds $2,000, or the vessel is lost
- A person disappears from the vessel under circumstances that indicate death or injury
The majority of boat accidents occur because of inexperienced, inattentive operators, excessive speed, and generally careless operation. If you or a loved one has been injured in a boat accident as the result of the negligence of others, you need a qualified boat accident lawyer to fight for the compensation you deserve.
At Rutberg Personal Injury Law, we work hard on the behalf of those injured by the negligence of others. We are experienced in boat accident cases, and we will help you receive just compensation. Contact our office in Poughkeepsie, New York or Monticello, New York to discuss your options. Our personal injury lawyers in Poughkeepsie and Monticello, New York handle cases throughout the Hudson Valley, the Catskill region, the Albany area, and upstate New York. |
