Category Archives: Boat Accident
Breaking Down a Boat Accident Claim
The Emerald State has one of the lowest boat operator licensing requirements in the country. A 12-year-old can operate a powered watercraft in Washington State. Frequently, novice boaters assume that driving a boat is like driving a car. But cars have brakes and tires, so they can stop quickly and turn sharply. Boats float,… Read More »
Five Kinds of Boating Accidents
Most of the boating accidents listed below are caused by negligence, which is basically a lack of care. Operator negligence, while driving the boat, supervising passengers, or both, is the most common culprit. Usually, owners with little or no experience aboard a watercraft must safely operate a high-powered boat and ensure that passengers, who… Read More »
Top Three Kinds of Boating Injuries
Boating is a very popular recreational activity in California. Boating is also dangerous. Nationwide, boating accidents seriously injure thousands of people every year. Boating, like driving or flying, is an inherently dangerous activity that’s usually, although certainly not always, safe. So, if the weather starts getting rough and the tiny ship is tossed, someone… Read More »