Leading Causes of Boating Accidents
Every day, countless boaters take to the waters seeking relaxation or excitement. Whether it’s through fishing, water sports, soaking up the sun, or seeing the world, boats are fantastic sources of entertainment and enjoyment. Unfortunately, many boating related activities have the potential to end in disaster. When individuals aren’t careful to respect the power of their boats or dangerous weather conditions, accidents can happen.
The attorneys at Ravid & Associates, P.C., have extensive experience dealing with personal injuries related to boating accidents. Our lawyers understand just how suddenly an enjoyable day on the water can turn tragic, and we want to ensure that you are protected for any damages inflicted by negligent behavior.
Common Causes
In the U.S. Coast Guard’s annual report, is was calculated that 4,064 boating accidents occurred in 2014, with 548 of them resulting in at least one death. This tragic statistic brings to light the potential danger of boating accidents. We at Ravid & Associates, P.C., know the best way to avoid boating accidents is to be aware of the most common causes and to take precautions against them, so here are a few of the leading causes of boating accidents today:
- Operator error
- Weather
- Equipment failure
- High traffic areas
- Alcohol use
- Overloading
Individuals who operate boats irresponsibly should be held liable for the consequences of their actions. Do not let negligent boaters continue to threaten everyone else on the water.
Contact a Boating Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been involved in a boating accident as a result of someone else’s negligent or incompetent behavior, call us today at (248) 948-9696 to begin building your case.