Author Archives: Jay Butchko
TRIPPED OVER A CHAIR ON A CRUISE SHIP
Yes, this is a real thing. A repeat thing. Something known by the cruise lines. It sounds very simple. Chairs lined up for cruise passengers are mostly lounge chairs, the long ones that passengers can lay out on them. The lounge chairs are put in place, in rows, by the workers on the cruise… Read More »
When Must You Submit a Written Report After a Boating Accident?
Under Florida law, you must file a written boating accident report in certain situations. These include when a crash involved bodily injury, death, the disappearance of any person, or at least $2,000 in property damage. Filing a report is not always straightforward, though, particularly when you are trying to recover from severe injuries and… Read More »
WHAT IS THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR A CRUISE SHIP INJURY CASE?
There are variations depending upon where the cruise departed from and where the cruise returned, but “generally” the statute of limitations for most cruise ship injury cases is one year. CAUTION: EACH CASE DEPENDS UPON ITS UNIQUE FACTS TO DETERMINE YOUR STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS. CONSULT A MARITIME ATTORNEY EXPERIENCED IN CRUISE SHIP INJURY CASES,… Read More »
What is the Leading Cause of Fatal Boat Accidents?
Boating is a very fun activity, but it can also be extremely dangerous. Even a seemingly minor boat crash can result in some of the most serious injuries and even death. This is largely due to the nature of boat accidents. Drowning, electrocutions, and traumatic brain injuries are just some of the most common… Read More »
How Does Speeding Cause Boat Accidents?
There are many different causes of boating accidents but by far one of the most common is speeding. When boat operators speed on Florida’s waterways, it can cause serious accidents that result in the most severe injuries. While it is true that there are no speed limits on open water, generally speaking, the state… Read More »
Common Types of Florida Dock and Marina Accidents
Boat docks and marinas are an important part of the boating experience. They provide an area for fueling, inspections, maintenance, and mooring. They also provide a safe way for boat operators and passengers to get on and off their vessels. Unfortunately, people can act negligently on docks and in marinas, and this can result… Read More »
BOAT PROPELLER INJURY CASES IN FLORIDA
Boat propeller cases are way more common than one might think. Boat propellers are almost always not protected by any caging or safety barrier in case a person comes into contact with the propeller blades. At one time this maritime law firm (www.888BoatLaw.com) was handling 5 propeller-strike cases at the same, just to give… Read More »
What Causes Cruise Ship Accidents?
Determining how many accidents and injuries occur on cruise ships around the globe is challenging. However, at www.888BOATLAW.com we keep track of cases that are filed against the cruise lines. This includes lawsuit claims we file on behalf of injured clients as well as cases filed by others. By tracking all cases that are… Read More »
How to Prove Fault After a Boating Accident
If you have been injured in a boating accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may have a right to financial compensation. To obtain the just damages you are entitled to, though, you must first prove that another person was at fault for your crash. For accident victims, this is extremely difficult, particularly when… Read More »
WHAT IS THE NUMBER ONE CAUSE OF BOAT ACCIDENTS?
It is “operator inattention” according to the U.S. Coast Guard. For recent statistics kept by the U.S. Coast Guard “operator inattention” is the leading cause of boating accidents. Next is not surprisingly “operator inexperience”. Neither of these top two boating accident categories is a surprise to the attorneys representing accident victims here in Florida… Read More »