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Boating Accident Lawyer in Melbourne, FL | Douglas R. Beam, P.A. Boating Accident Lawyer - Melbourne, FL

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The coast of Eastern Florida has been served by the personal injury law firm of Douglas R. Beam P.A. for over 30 years. In that period, we have won $1,000,000,000 in verdicts and settlements. Our lawyers have a 10/10 Superb Rating on Avvo and have been placed in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers nationally. Additionally, our clients receive 3x more than what they're offered before we're hired.

Boating accidents are complex and life-changing. These cases demand a knowledge of personal injury and maritime law. You should not move forward in your case without hiring an experienced boating accident lawyer. If you or someone you love is a boating accident victim, please call (321) 723-6591 to talk with our expert boating accident lawyers. Your call is free and our team will work to get you the help you deserve.

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Insurance companies recognize our law firm. For decades, our team of personal injury attorneys has had success representing victims of boating crashes. Our firm has faced off against the world’s largest insurance companies and has come out victorious. We've won over $1 Billion Dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients. Our team has a reputation for being experienced, well-connected, and capable. Douglas R. Beam P.A. has scored huge verdicts with our founder, Doug Beam, frequently winning multi-million dollar cases. Our managing attorney, Riley Beam, won $28.5 Million Dollars in his first jury trial.

Our reputation as one of the best law firms in Melbourne, Brevard County, and Central Florida comes from the trust of our clients. We are driven by a love for the law and a desire to serve our clients to the best of our ability. If you’re looking for a boating accident attorney, contact us today. It’s always free, and we won’t waste your time.

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Do I Need a Boating Accident Lawyer?

Boating Accidents Along the Eastern Coast

Central Florida is one of the most visited locations on Earth with over 40 million people traveling to this area each year. This area is beautiful, with some of the most stunning aquatic ecosystems on the planet. This influx of visitors far from home to maritime activities can lead to unfortunate and devastating boating accidents.

When a boating crash occurs, Florida’s legal system allows for victims to pursue compensation for their injuries. The legal system is focused on responsibility and holds the individual who caused the accident, and their insurance company, accountable. Getting compensation for this should be easy, but insurance makes it very difficult.

The top insurance companies made over $300,000,000,000 in 2019 by paying out claims that were favorable to them. At Douglas R. Beam P.A. our personal injury attorneys have brought in over $1,000,000,000 in settlements and verdicts. We help our clients, on average, receive 3x what they’re offered before our firm is hired.

Are you looking at pursuing a boating accident lawsuit to recover damages for anything from a minor injury to a catastrophic injury? If you’ve been in a boating accident you should speak with a Melbourne, Florida personal injury attorney. Do this as quickly as possible. Once your boating injury takes place, insurance measures your actions and works to make sure they pay you as little as possible. If you have been in a boating accident you have options for seeking and recovering compensation. Contact us for a free consultation!

What Do I Do After a Boating Accident?

What is the first thing to do in a boating accident?

Boating accidents are one of the most surprising and life-changing accidents that can occur. These crashes can cause an enormous amount of pain and suffering. They take a toll financially, physically, and emotionally. After a crash, there are things you can do that will help protect your legal rights and position you for the best recovery possible. The following tips, in this order, will get you on track.

STOP YOUR VESSEL

Stop your vessel at the scene of the accident. Do not drive away.

ASSIST THE INJURED

Make sure that you and any other parties in the accident are okay. If anyone is suffering catastrophic injury, call first responders immediately and do whatever you can to help. Provide emergency responders detailed information on the crash and any symptoms that you or another victim are experiencing. A post-accident adrenaline rush can cause most people to underestimate how bad their injuries are after an accident. Get an exam from your doctor and heed all doctors’ orders for treatment. You’ll heal more quickly, and insure can't accuse you of not taking your doctor’s advice.

DIAL 911

Call the police immediately and ask them to write a report on the boating crash. Ask the officer for a copy of the report and keep it. Your accident lawyer will use it to prepare a lawsuit.

COLLECT EVIDENCE

Take pictures and videos of your vessel, the scene, and yourself. Make sure everything is documented. This is critical. Your lawyer will examine your evidence and possibly collect critical information about how the crash happened.

DON’T ADMIT LIABILITY 

Keep a tight rein on what you say to the other parties involved in the crash, to bystanders, and to insurance agents. Any admission of fault could leave you without a chance in your lawsuit.

CALL AN EXPERIENCED MELBOURNE, FLORIDA BOATING ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

Our team has experience bringing verdicts worth tens of millions of dollars in a single case. Winning a case requires a diligent team that understands your accident and your injuries. We understand all the state and local laws and can help with your claim. Hiring an attorney with great experience is the best way to assure you will be taken care of during your case.

How to Choose a Boating Accident Lawyer

Look for these three things when choosing a boating accident lawyer.

KNOW THEIR RESULTS

Find a personal injury attorney who has a history of winning cases like yours. These attorneys will understand your type of boat crash, your injuries, and the impact of the boating accident on your life. Common crashes on the water can result in all types of injuries. A good attorney will understand your medical needs and the impact of the crash on your personal and work life. Boat crashes often include complicated negligence claims. Make sure your lawyer has the resources to handle this type of case.

CONTINGENCY FEE ONLY

Good personal injury attorneys bet on themselves. The way they do that is through contingency fees. All that means is that you don’t pay any money up front. Standard contingency fees are 33.33% of whatever insurance rewards.

THEY GO TO TRIAL

The best lawyers are ready and willing to go to trial, yet the majority of cases in great law firms settle. Why? Because insurance is terrified of going to court against great attorneys. Trials are expensive and time-consuming. Insurance companies fear attorneys that have the resources, experience, and know-how to beat them soundly in court.

In a perfect world, when a boating crash happens, we should be able to trust our insurance company to put our lives back together. Unfortunately, most insurance companies make their money by underpaying victims of boating accidents. An expert personal injury attorney should represent a victim of a boating accident. The accident lawyer will understand how to deal with insurance companies so that they fulfill their obligations. The personal injury lawyers at Douglas R. Beam P.A. can evaluate your boating accident case during the initial consultation. We can map out a plan that details the medical bills, emergency room visits, and vehicle repairs. We'll also pursue other monetary damages you are owed as a result of the crash.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first action required of a boating operator who is involved in a boat accident?

The first action the person operating a boat involved in a boating accident should take is to stop their vessel.

When should a boating accident be reported?

Under federal law, boating accidents must be reported in these circumstances.

DEATH, INJURY, OR DISAPPEARANCE

A report must be filed within 48 hours if an accident has taken place that meets any of the following criteria. It involves death within a 24-hour time period. It resulted in an injury requiring more than first aid. Or it resulted in the disappearance of a person in a way that indicates injury or death.

DAMAGE OR DEATH

A report must be filed within 10 days of a boating accident if it meets any of the following criteria. The accident causes more than $2,000 damage to boats or other property. There is a complete loss of a vessel. Or a person dies more than 24 hours after an accident.

State and territorial law varies, particularly on the property-damage threshold. If you have any questions about your boating accident or filing a report, please contact our law office at (321) 723-6591.

Who is responsible for avoiding a collision between two boats?

As a rule, it is up to the operators of both boats to avoid a collision.

While it may be their responsibility to avoid the collision, that does not mean that the crash is always their fault. There are a number of outside parties that are not the boat operator that could be held liable for an accident.

Who is liable in a boating accident?

Liability can be shared among a number of parties in a boating accident. This can include the rental company and the manufacturer of the vessel. It also includes the operator of the boat, a passenger of the boat, or the owner of the boat. All of these things depend on a number of factors. Below are a few scenarios in which one of the parties listed would be liable.

THE OPERATOR OF THE BOAT

The operator of the boat can be held liable in a number of cases. This is true in any circumstance where the boat operator does not provide reasonable safety for passengers, is intoxicated, or engages in reckless behavior. Operating a boat at unsafe speeds or in bad weather can be tragic. Drinking or using drugs while operating a boat or other recreational watercraft is dangerous. This is just like how consuming alcohol and driving a car can result in a serious car accident.

PASSENGER OF A BOAT

In any circumstance where a passenger acts in a reckless manner that prevents the operator from fulfilling their duty, they can be held liable. A reckless boater can prove to be a danger to themselves and others.

OWNER OF A BOAT

‍The boat owner can be held liable in any circumstance where they knowingly loaned the boat to someone unqualified to operate it.

MANUFACTURER OF A BOAT

In any circumstance in which an accident resulted directly from a manufacturing defect, they can be held liable. They may have produced faulty equipment that couldn't handle common conditions on the water. You can receive compensation for their negligence.

BOAT RENTAL COMPANY

In any circumstance in which the rental company failed to fix maintenance problems that led to an accident, they can be held liable. Maintenance failures are serious. They can cause crashes or lead people to lose their lives.

In all circumstances, you should discuss your situation with a legal team to understand your options. Some cases are not as clear-cut as they seem, and a boating accident attorney can help you understand your legal options. An outstanding boat accident law practice can fight for you or your injured family member.

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