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If you suffered life-changing injuries due to a negligent boater, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. An Easley boat accident attorney from George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers may be able to handle the details of your case so you can focus on your recovery.
An open motorboat, personal watercraft, cabin motorboat, or any other type of vessel can cause serious harm when operated in an unsafe manner. If another person on the water failed to obey boating laws, they may be liable for your injuries.
A member of our team may be able to identify all parties liable for your injuries. We will then aim to build a case that proves the responsible party had a duty of care to prevent harm and that their negligence resulted in life changes for you.
If you experienced serious injuries that prevented you from working, resulted in extensive medical costs, and/or caused you mental anguish, let us help you.
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Give Us A Call »Common Causes of Boat Accidents
Sharing the open water with other boaters is not without risks. When a boater engages in dangerous behavior aboard their vessel, they can lose control, endangering others.
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) reports that more than 140 boating accidents occurred in South Carolina during 2019. These accidents resulted in 15 deaths and more than 100 injuries.
The USCG cites the following as common causes of boat accidents:
- Alcohol use
- Excessive speed
- Operator inattention
- Improper lookout
- Operator inexperience
S.C. Ann. § 51-21-30 is the section of state law regulating boating safety. One key element of the state law regards idle time:
- Vessels may not be operated in excess of idle speed within 50 feet of an anchored vessel, wharf, pier, dock, or person
- Vessels may not be operated in excess of idle speed within 100 yards of the Atlantic Coastline
The use of alcohol or drugs by a boat operator can impair their judgement, potentially resulting in a violation of idle speed laws and other rules and regulations.
If your recreational time in the water resulted in transport to the hospital, a boat accident lawyer in Easley may be able to help you fight for justice.
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Important Types of Evidence in a Boating Accident
Anyone involved in a boating accident that causes injuries, death, or property damage must report the accident to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNR). An official accident report by DNR officials or the U.S. Coast Guard may serve as valuable evidence in your case.
The contact information for witnesses is another type of evidence that may help your case. While smartphones can become lost or damaged by water, eye-witness accounts of the accident can possibly serve as visual documentation of how the accident occurred.
It is imperative that we speak with the witnesses before they forget important details. The sooner you provide all evidence associated with your accident to your lawyer, the faster they can get to work for you.
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(888) 612-7001Why Insurance Companies Are Often Aggressive With Accident Victims
Most insurance companies want to settle claims quickly. The smaller the amount of settlement, the better—for them, but not you. Protecting their profits is just one part of their overall goals.
If a pushy insurance representative convinces you to accept their initial offer, they may fail to tell you the consequences of doing so. Should you accept it, you may not pursue civil action later if your medical condition worsens.
Worrying about your finances when you are severely injured and unable to work is understandable. The temptation to accept the initial settlement offer is also understandable.
While no one knows what the future holds, rising medical costs make it imperative that you seek the most compensation possible for your injuries. Protecting your future financial and medical needs is essential during this time of negotiation and of a possible trial.
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Give Us A Call »George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers Helps Boat Accident Victims Pursue Fair Compensation
For more than 40 years, George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers have assisted accident victims throughout South Carolina in their quest for justice and compensation.
Boating is a fun and relaxing way to enjoy the outdoors. When one boater engages in reckless behavior, resulting in serious harm for you or a loved one, we may be able to help you.
Our work with accident victims has taught us how emotionally draining a boat accident injury is for all members of your family. From lengthy hospital stays to therapies and rehabilitation, the costs can quickly escalate.
An Easley boat accident lawyer may be able to handle all the details of your case. Our team believes in providing clients with customer service that is both professional and compassionate. We also work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning we collect no fee unless we win your case.
The severity of your injuries, along with the traumatic experience of your boat accident may prevent you from returning to recreational water activities. Seek the justice you deserve by contacting George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers now for a free case review.
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