Boating Accidents

Boating accidents may not be something you would think actually happen too often, but hundreds are killed with thousands more being injured in boating related accidents every year. These accidents can be from anything related to watercraft including:

• Cruise ships
• Privately-owned boats
• Jet skis
• Ferry boats

In 2016 recreational boating accidents took the lives of 22 people in New York and Long Island, according to a report by the U.S. Coast Guard and state data. This number does not include those killed or injured on ferry rides or any other non recreational watercraft.

Boating fatalities can be summed up by 2 distinct factors.

• Drowning 69%
• Trauma caused by a collision 29%.

Even with extensive boater education courses on safety, 89% of those involved in a boating accident had no safety operation education. Like auto accidents alcohol and distraction are a large contribution to the number of boating accidents every year.
With that said, if you or a loved one has been injured due to a boat related accident you should consult a well-versed law firm capable of handling your case with the focus and attention to detail that’s needed.