Boating Accidents

Watercraft Accidents

New York City is bounded on three sides by ocean or tidal rivers. Upstate New York is home to many beautiful lakes. This proximity to water gives New Yorkers many recreational opportunities, including boating, sailing, canoeing, and operating personal watercraft. Unfortunately, a nice day on the water can turn to tragedy because of another's negligence.

At the New York City law firm of Shandell, Blitz, Blitz, & Ashley, LLP, our lawyers help people injured in boat crashes obtain compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Sadly, we have also assisted grieving families after a fatal boating accident has taken a loved one from them.

Handling all types of crashes and accidents involving boats

To learn if you have a case after a boating accident, contact our Manhattan law firm. We accept cases arising from all types of accidents, including:

• Water skiing accidents
• Skidoo accidents
• Boat propeller accidents
• Boats capsized by the excessive wake of another boat
• Boat crashes caused by operator error
• Boating while intoxicated

Accidents like these result in severe injuries, such as amputation, brain injury, and multiple fractures. These types of injuries can be life altering, leading to permanent disability. We work hard to get people the compensation they need and deserve after a boating crash. Call us for a free initial consultation after a boating accident.

Jones Act claims

Our law firm has handled many claims arising from mishaps to employees covered by the Jones Act. We have helped dock workers, seamen, longshoremen, and ocean liner staffs obtain payment for their injuries and lost wages under this law that protects people who work in maritime settings.

Municipal liability and boating accidents

The City of New York operates a number of boats, including ferries, police boats, fire boats, and barges. We have successfully obtained compensation for passengers injured on such watercraft. Clients have also included operators of private boats injured because of negligence on the part of city employees or contractors. Our lawyers have much experience with municipal and state liability claims and can use it to help you after a crash with a municipally owned watercraft.