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WHAT IS THE FIRST THING AFTER A BOAT ACCIDENT?
PROVIDE ALL LIFESAVING FIRST AID AVAILABLE. If the situation is life-threatening, provide immediate first aid: CPR, tourniquet, heat for hypothermia, etc. CONTACT MEDICAL ATTENTION FOR THE INJURED PERSONS. This means contact of 911 rescue services, regardless of whether they need to come to you or you are heading to shore. Use Channel 16 on… Read More »
FLORIDA BOAT ACCIDENT ATTORNEY
If you need a Florida boat accident attorney www.888BoatLaw.com is a group of boating accident attorneys who work from Tampa Bay throughout the entire State of Florida. www.888BoatLaw.com is a 25-year law firm specializing in boating accidents, personal watercraft (“JetSki”) collisions, cruise ship injury and parasailing accident cases. What sets www.888BoatLaw.com apart from others… Read More »
HOW TO RESPOND TO A LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SUIT IN FLORIDA
In the context of a boating accident or personal watercraft collision in Florida: How does a person fight a Limitation of Liability case in Florida? The usual full title is “Exoneration From Or Limitation Of Liability” petition. This is a federal law which was passed by the U.S. Congress in 1851, well before the… Read More »
THE LAST DAY TO FILE A CLAIM AGAINST JEFFRY KNIGHT IS TODAY SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 FOR THE APRIL 27, 2025 BOAT COLLISION
The much-publicized boating collision involving a vessel being driven by Jeffry Knight which collided with a ferry carrying multiple passengers on April 27, 2025 is being litigated in federal court in Tampa, Florida. The federal Magistrate in this case gave a deadline of September 8, 2025 in which claimants could file a claim or… Read More »
Criminal vs. Civil Liability in Alcohol-Related Boating Accidents: Understanding the Differences
Boating is a beloved activity throughout Florida, drawing locals and tourists alike to its scenic waterways and beautiful coastlines. Unfortunately, when alcohol is introduced into boating, the enjoyment can quickly turn tragic. Alcohol-related boating accidents are among the leading causes of severe injuries and fatalities on Florida waters. Victims of these incidents often find… Read More »
Medical Malpractice on the High Seas: Your Rights After Inadequate Cruise Ship Medical Treatment
When embarking on a cruise, passengers typically anticipate relaxation and adventure, confident in the expectation that, should a medical issue arise, competent medical care will be readily available onboard. Unfortunately, reality often falls far short of these expectations. Cruise ship medical malpractice can lead to serious health consequences and extensive financial hardship. Understanding your… Read More »
Cruise Ship Slip-and-Fall Injuries: Understanding Liability and Your Rights
Unfortunately, slip-and-fall accidents aboard cruise ships are common and can cause significant injuries. These can deeply affect your vacation experience and potentially lead to lasting physical and financial hardships. When embarking on a cruise, passengers rightly expect a safe environment. Regrettably, negligence or insufficient safety protocols by cruise ship operators can create hazardous conditions,… Read More »
WHO HANDLES PONTOON BOAT INJURY CASES IN FLORIDA?
Yes, the attorneys at www.888BoatLaw.com have been successfully handling pontoon boat injury cases for more than 25 years. This is all across the State of Florida. At www.888BoatLaw.com we are handling multiple pontoon boat injury cases right now. Not many car accident attorneys can say that—if they can say they have ever handled a… Read More »
WHO HANDLES BOAT CRASHES IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA?
The first thing you need to know in choosing an attorney in handling a boat crash injury or death situation is what law applies to Florida boat crashes. The overwhelming majority of boat crash cases in Florida are governed by “maritime” law, not the laws of Florida. This is because all of the offshore… Read More »
Boat Crash Data
The Tampa Bay Times recently wrote an article titled: How common are Florida boat crashes? The article does a very good job of explaining where crashes most often occur, in what counties, during holidays and weekends, and how many involve drunk driving of the boat. The link to that story is here: How common… Read More »