10 Things You'll Need To Learn About Boat Accident Litigation

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How to File a Boat Accident Lawsuit

The cost of serious boating injuries can be lots of money. A personal injury lawyer can help you sort out who might be responsible and the best way to seek compensation.

In general, as in motor vehicle accidents, it is important to prove that the negligent person did not meet his duty of care, and that caused your injuries. Your lawyer must gather several pieces of evidence to support your case.

Damages

Medical expenses, lost income and discomfort and pain are the most frequently cited damages for boating accidents. The severity of your injury will determine how much you can receive in a settlement or jury verdict. Traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, or permanent disfigurement, usually result in greater settlement or verdict amounts.

Medical expenses may include ambulance fees, hospital bills, doctor's appointments, physical therapy medications, boat accidents and other expenses. Your attorney will work to prove your past and future medical expenses. In some states, you may also be entitled to compensation for expenses resulting from your injuries. This could include the cost of an at-home health aid or additional physical therapy sessions, and loss of future earning capability.

Liability is easier to establish if the boat owner or operator was not able to maintain their vessel or had a low amount of safety equipment. If the boat didn't contain whistles, flares or fire extinguishers, it's likely that they contributed to the accident.

A personal injury lawyer can help you satisfy your burden of proof by assembling evidence including photos or videos of the scene of the accident, witness statements, and medical records of your injuries. Your lawyer may also challenge claims that you were partially to blame for the accident.

Expert Witnesses

In any personal injury case having a network of established experts who can provide evidence is the best way to prove any claim for compensation. Expert witnesses are highly skilled experts who have been trained in their field. They can demonstrate that an accident occurred. They are typically compensated to express their opinions and could bring a lot of weight to the case.

A expert witness in marine engineering for instance, can recreate the events that caused a boating crash through analyzing evidence, such as speed calculations and collisions triggered by visibility. They may also testify the safety rules that were adhered to, or if any were not.

Another important expert witness is a medical professional who will be a witness to the severity of your injuries as well as their long-term effects. They can also explain the consequences of your injuries to your life and how it could impact the amount of damages you claim.

Expert witnesses in maritime and admiralty can look into the causes of accidents involving recreational boats, personal watercrafts and commercial vessels. They can also testify and analysis of maritime laws including those that govern ship classification surveying, design and classification.

Shared Fault

In the same way that a driver who is inattentive or reckless may cause a car accident, a drunk boat driver can put themselves and passengers at risk of serious injuries. When boat accidents happen it is important that injured parties seek compensation from all responsible parties.

In the immediate aftermath of any boat accident it is crucial to ensure everyone is safe and receives immediate medical attention, if needed. When possible, it's helpful to collect information about the incident including contact information from witnesses, photographs of the scene, and names and contact numbers of any other boaters or boat owners who were involved in the collision. It's also important to file a formal report with law enforcement.

Insurance companies that are liable for the loss of a party often require victims of boat accidents to provide recorded statements. An attorney can assist you to avoid giving information to insurance companies that could be used to lower the value of your claim, or even throw it completely.

A York County boat accident lawyer can gather evidence, eyewitness testimonies along with police reports and photographs of the scene of the accident to create a strong case for you. Most personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits must be filed within four years of the incident. The sooner you speak to an attorney, they can begin collecting evidence and building your case.

Insurance Companies

A successful personal injury claim will require proof of negligence just like car accident lawsuits. This means that you have to prove that the party who caused your injuries has violated the law and that the breach was the direct cause of your damages. Our lawyers can review the evidence from your boating accident to determine who is accountable and seek compensation on your behalf.

When you are able to do so immediately following an accident on the boat it is crucial to seek medical treatment to treat your injuries. Visiting a doctor will assist you in determining the severity of your injuries and directly link them to the accident. It is also important to capture photos of the injuries you sustained, bruises and keep a record of them. In organizing these documents, you can speed up the process of claiming and help your attorney build an effective case for you.

Sometimes, the person who is responsible for your injuries does not have to be present in the room. For instance, you may claim against the company that manufactured your boat if there is an inadvertent manufacturing defect or failure to warn you of potential dangers. Our team can review your case to determine if you have a valid claim.

If there's a plausible claim against the party responsible, our attorneys will start by filing a complaint with the court that contains all the pertinent details about the accident and the damages you're seeking. The discovery process is initiated, where both parties exchange relevant information including interrogatories or sworn depositions. The case may be settled or referred to trial.

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