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Hidden Hazards: Why Collisions with Submerged Objects Are Often Fatal
Florida’s beautiful waterways offer endless opportunities for recreational boating, but beneath the serene surface lies a hidden danger that can quickly turn a day on the water into tragedy—submerged hazards. Collisions with underwater objects like logs, rocks, sandbars, or sunken vessels often result in severe injuries and, sadly, fatalities. Florida boat crash lawyer Frank… Read More »
Nighttime Navigation Risks: Why Fatal Boating Accidents Rise After Dark
Boating at night can offer serenity, breathtaking scenery, and unique recreational opportunities, but it also significantly raises the risk of serious, even fatal, accidents. Low visibility, impaired perception, and navigation challenges contribute to the increased frequency and severity of boating accidents occurring after dark. Florida boat crash lawyer Frank D. Butler discusses the unique… Read More »
CLEARWATER FERRY CRASH. THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
On April 27, 2025 at 8:40 p.m. a 38-foot Statement vessel driven by Jeffrey Knight ran into the back of the Clearwater Ferry with 45 people on board the ferry. Tragically, one man, Jose Luis Castro, age 41was killed in the crash. Several other passengers on board the ferry were injured. This is what… Read More »
DON’T HIRE A CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEY FOR A BOAT INJURY CASE
At www.888BoatLaw.com we have 25 years in handling boating injury and cruise ship injury cases. At www.888BoatLaw.com we handle boating injury cases every single day. When we look at websites for car accident attorneys it is easy to see that they have copied and cut and pasted information onto their websites to make it… Read More »
888BoatLaw.com Awards $1000 For FWC Pink Tag Bass Contest
In addition to helping people recover for boating, JetSki, parasail and cruise ship injuries, www.888BoatLaw.com recently joined forces with Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (“FWC”) to help support the Florida environment and to help grow Florida’s great freshwater fishing lakes. Each year FWC holds its TrophyCatch Pink Tag event. In this event FWC places… Read More »
WHICH CRUISE SHIP ATTORNEY SHOULD I CHOOSE?
You certainly want someone with experience who has successfully handled many cases against the cruise lines and has done so for years. You want someone who is not just advertising for every manner of personal injury case under the sun. But how can you know if you are hiring a specialist or a pretender?… Read More »
Understanding the Legal Differences Between Boat and Car Accidents
When accidents happen on the water, they often involve complexities that make them vastly different from car accidents on the road. While both can result in serious injuries, fatalities, and legal claims, the legal processes, applicable regulations, and insurance claims surrounding boating accidents diverge significantly from those of car accidents. Navigating these differences requires… Read More »
Why You Need an Experienced Boat Law Personal Injury Lawyer for Your Boating Accident Case
Boating accidents can have devastating consequences, ranging from serious injuries to wrongful deaths, and often involve complex legal issues that are distinct from typical personal injury cases. Whether you’re dealing with a jet ski collision, a charter boat crash, or a tragic boating fatality, having the right legal representation can make a critical difference… Read More »
Drunk Boating Incident in the Florida Keys: A Tragic Reminder of the Dangers of Boating Under the Influence
In July 2024, a tragic boating accident in the Florida Keys left seven people injured, including a child, and has since sparked conversations about the grave consequences of boating under the influence. The boat’s operator, Laurence Lee Lewis Jr., 42, now faces serious charges, including boating under the influence (BUI), child neglect, and multiple… Read More »
Airboat Collision in the Florida Everglades: What You Need to Know About Passenger Safety and Legal Recourse
On a Friday afternoon this past December in the Florida Everglades, a serene tourist outing turned tragic when two airboats collided, sending at least 16 people to the hospital. The collision, which occurred near Ochopee, has drawn attention to the risks of airboat tours and raised critical questions about passenger safety, operator responsibility, and… Read More »