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Have You Been Involved in a Boating Accident?
Arizona is a popular spot for boaters of all types. To beat the heat, many local residents head to the closest lake or river and spend the day on the waves. But all of this comes with a cost. According to recent reports,
Arizona is a popular spot for boaters of all types. To beat the heat, many local residents head to the closest lake or river and spend the day on the waves. But all of this comes with a cost. According to recent reports,
Far too many families have been devastated by these serious accidents that often cause permanent injury or even death. If you or someone you know is hurt in one of these accidents, then it is critical to seek out an experienced Arizona boating accident lawyer to ensure that your rights are protected. Depending on the specifics of the incident, you may be able to receive compensation for your injuries to cover losses and help in your recovery.
Avoiding Water Accidents in Arizona
Boating and jet ski accidents can strike anytime that you are on the water. However, certain areas and activities are far riskier than others. For example, according to information from the Arizona Game and Fish Department some of the most dangerous local water bodies in terms of boating accidents include Lake Mohave, the Middle Colorado River (particularly from Davis Dam to I-40), Lake Pleasant, Lake Havasu, and Lake Powell.
No two Arizona boating accidents are identical, but in the vast majority of cases, negligence or careless behavior is at least partly responsible. You may be caught in one of these incidents as a result of:
- Operator inexperience or error
- Alcohol-related mistakes
- Speeding
- Overcrowded waters
- Passenger distraction
- Failure to take weather into account
- Overloaded boat
There are clear trends in the types of accidents that arise. State reports suggest that the most common water accidents are:
- Collisions between vessels
- Water skiing accidents
- Boat grounding
- Collisions with fixed objects
- Falls overboard
- Boat capsizing
Arizona Boat Accident Lawsuits
Similar to all other types of incidents, the legal liability following a boating accident hinges on the behavior of those involved. In general, those who are negligent in some way may be required to provide compensation to all those who suffer a loss–from property damage to injury or even wrongful death.
For example, if the accident involves a collision between two vessels, then potential legal liability will depend on investigations that uncover the errors led that to the collision. Perhaps one or both captains were speeding. A boat may have veered suddenly. Alcohol or inattention may have impacted the situation. All of these details and more will influence potential liability. Boat accident lawyers will conduct detailed investigations and examinations of parties to help show exactly what happened.
Contact an Experienced Boating Accident Lawyer in Arizona
There is frequently much confusion in the aftermath of an accident on the water. Once the immediate medical needs are addressed you may be unsure of how to proceed. Reports need to be filed, authorities will be involved, and insurance companies may already be contacting you about compensation. It can be overwhelming to deal with all of these matters at once.
That is why it is critical to contact an experienced boating accident attorney as soon as feasible to ensure your rights are protected every step of the way. A legal professional can deal with insurance companies on your behalf to ensure that you are being treated fairly and compensated for the full scope of both your present and future losses.
For help with these matters through Arizona, please contact our experienced team at Friedl Richardson today. You can send us a message online or give us a call at 602-553-2220 for a free consultation.
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