Miami Boating Accidents Lawyer

Over the years, Sean M. Cleary has established a reputation as a leading Miami boat accidents lawyers as evidenced by his inclusion in the Florida Trend Legal Elite's 2009 List of Florida Super Lawyers. Dedicated to advancing the rights of his clients, Mr. Cleary works tirelessly to build strong personal injury cases that allow boating accident victims to receive compensation commensurate with their stress and suffering. Mr. Cleary and his legal team are known in Miami as an accomplished personal injury law firm that has obtained substantial settlements and verdicts through negotiations and/or jury trials.

Watercraft / Boat Accidents and Personal Injury

Florida boasts a picturesque coastline of 1,197 miles, as well as miles of rivers and waterways. Every year, thousands of natives and tourists alike take advantage of Florida's natural beauty and warm climate by participating in activities such as fishing, boating and water sports. Unfortunately, boating-related activities sometimes result in accidents causing major personal injury and/or death.

Boating accidents happen for various reasons, such as low visibility causing watercraft collisions, water skier mishaps, and passengers falling overboard. As a result of these unfortunate events, victims often sustain falls causing brain injury, spinal cord injury and fractures. If a passenger falls overboard as a result of a boating accident, he or she is also at risk of drowning.

Private and Charter Boat Accidents: Negligence and Compensation

In cases where boating accidents are caused by someone's negligence or recklessness, or faulty watercraft design and equipment, victims may be entitled to compensation for their injuries and other damages. While various types of behavior constitute negligence / recklessness, some of the more common actions include:

• Watercraft operator carelessness
• Operator incompetence
• Speeding
• Intoxication

These and other negligent behaviors are especially dangerous on commercial watercraft (such as tour boats, cruise ships, charter boats and ferries) as these vessels usually carry a large number of passengers. Unprotected by seatbelts or airbags, victims often fall overboard during watercraft collisions and other boating accidents. Since such calamities usually happen without warning, victims often are unprepared and do not wear personal floating devices.

Contacting Your Miami Boating Accident Lawyer

If you have suffered a personal injury or lost a loved one due to a boating accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your physical and emotional suffering, medical expenses, lost wages and reduction in lifestyle. Please contact Sean M. Cleary, an experienced Miami boat accident lawyer, today to discuss your case and initiate proper action.