Usually a boating accident happens on pleasure craft rather than a cargo ship or commercial vessels. A Pleasure craft would include such things as a small boat, jet ski or wave runner which account for a large number of boating accidents. An accident can happen pursuant to a boating activity as well, such as fishing, water skiing, parasailing and diving. Where the accident happened will determine what law applies. For a Boat Accident that happened on non-navigable waters such as a lake, New York state law will apply. If the accident happened in navigable waters, maritime and admiralty laws will apply. If you or a loved one has been the victim of a Boat Accident, contact a New York Boat Accident Lawyer from Stephen Bilkis and Associates right away. There are different laws and complexities involved with any type of boating accident this will require the advice of an experienced New York Injury lawyer from our office.

Unfortunately, a large number of boating accidents could be prevented. For smaller pleasure craft accidents, alcohol is commonly a factor. Also passengers may fail to use life jackets or other floatation devices. It is reported that drowning accounts for 2/3 of all boating fatalities. Negligence and/or inexperience of the operator of the vessel, inattention and simple carelessness are commonly the cause of a Boat Accident. Serious injury can result from a boat accident such as: head injury (skull fracture, brain injury which may also include both traumatic brain injury and various types of permanent brain damage) as well as serious spinal injury including paralysis.

Boat accidents occur frequently because people tend to not appreciate the dangers inherent risk within this method of transportation. A boat does not have seat belts, there are no designated lanes of traffic, and they cannot stop on a dime or navigate a tight space well. All these things can attribute to an accident. Combine this with a little alcohol and a water sport and you have a recipe for a boating accident.

Because accidents on the water are not governed by the same laws for a motor vehicle, it is important to obtain the guidance of a New York Personal Injury Lawyer. If you have been in a boating accident, or have suffered an injury to the negligence because of an Car Accident, Bicycle Accident or SUV Accident, contact Stephen Bilkis and Associates for guidance. It is important to seek the advice of a lawyer as soon as you can to gather and preserve evidence, and be aware of your rights. You will receive a free consultation along with sound legal guidance. We have office locations throughout New York City, such as Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. There are also offices in Suffolk County, Nassau County on Long Island and Westchester to serve you. Call today at 1-800-NY-NY-LAW.