Eric Ginnis and Stefanie Krathen-Ginnis established their firm at 500 E Broward Blvd, Suite 1850, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394, where their experienced attorneys assist victims of boating accidents on Florida’s busy waterways. Recognizing that Florida leads the nation in recreational boating and associated accidents, their attorneys handle cases involving negligent drivers, inexperienced operators, and unsafe vessels. The firm represents clients injured in accidents aboard yachts, sailboats, cabin cruisers, personal watercraft, kayaks, and airboats on various water bodies from lakes and bays to rivers, canals, and marshes. Their attorneys identify potentially liable parties including boat operators, rental companies, owners, manufacturers, and passengers, seeking compensation for injuries ranging from broken bones and burns to drownings and near-drownings that can lead to brain damage. With complex cases potentially falling under federal admiralty jurisdiction, their experienced maritime attorneys provide personalized attention, carefully investigating accidents and guiding clients through the legal process with transparency. For compassionate, client-focused service, call (954) 905-4600 for a free consultation.
The Law Offices of Chalik & Chalik at 721 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 provides dedicated representation for boat accident victims in Broward County’s 300-plus miles of waterways. Their attorneys handle cases involving operator error, boat defects, reckless behavior, and violations of waterway regulations. The firm emphasizes Fort Lauderdale’s boating laws and safety regulations, including maintaining proper distance from shore, avoiding anchor interference, and operating vessels with blood alcohol levels below 0.08%. Their lawyers address common accident causes like excessive occupants, collisions with fixed objects, intoxicated operation, unsafe speeds, and failure to follow boating rules. They pursue compensation for medical costs, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, explaining how liability waivers rarely hold up in court when negligence is involved. With offices throughout Florida, they offer free consultations at (954) 476-1000 and work on a contingency fee basis with their team available 24/7. The firm’s approach emphasizes personalized attention from attorneys Jason and Debi Chalik, who work directly with clients to navigate the complex legal aftermath of boating accidents.
Johns Law Group, PLLC serves Florida boating accident victims from their office at 1 E Broward Blvd #700, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Their maritime attorneys explain that Florida’s extensive coastlines and beautiful waterways make it a boating paradise, but accidents are inevitable with high vessel traffic. The firm helps victims understand Florida’s boating laws, including prohibitions on operating boats with a BAC of .08 or higher, mandatory accident reporting for incidents involving injuries requiring more than first aid or property damage exceeding $2,000, boat registration requirements, and posted speed limit adherence. Their legal team handles cases involving collisions between boats, accidents caused by waves or wakes, and incidents with submerged objects, helping clients determine liability and secure compensation. The attorneys navigate the complex intersection of maritime and state laws, explaining that general maritime law takes precedence for accidents on navigable waters while incidents on non-navigable waters fall under Florida state laws. Through free consultations, the firm helps victims understand their rights and obligations following boating accidents.
Attorney Anthony Quackenbush, Esq., practicing at 303 SW 6th St Ph WEST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315, represents clients injured in South Florida boat accidents. With water everywhere in the region, boating accidents occur frequently due to speeding, defective equipment, alcohol use, and mechanical failure. Mr. Quackenbush handles cases involving all types of watercraft including yachts, speedboats, jetboats, inflatables, Boston Whalers, center console boats, sailboats, catamarans, powerboats, airboats, fishing boats, pontoon boats, and human-powered vessels like canoes and kayaks. His practice encompasses accidents occurring on all local waterways including the Intracoastal and New River. Clients receive representation for various injuries including orthopedic injuries, brain injuries, lacerations from propellers, and drowning cases. Mr. Quackenbush works on contingency, charging no fees until compensation is recovered. Call 954-448-7288 for a free, no-obligation consultation for boat accident injuries occurring anywhere in Florida.
Attorney Gregg Hollander established Hollander Law Firm Accident Injury Lawyers at 1975 E Sunrise Blvd, Suite 702, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, providing dedicated representation for boating accident victims. Since 1996, their attorneys have helped injured clients in Broward County recover tens of millions of dollars in compensation. The firm notes that Florida has over 961,000 registered boats, more than any other state, with Fort Lauderdale being the world’s yachting capital, featuring over 50,000 registered yachts and 100+ marinas. In 2019, Broward County ranked 7th worst in Florida for boat accidents with 30 reported incidents causing 19 injuries and one death. Available 24/7 at (954) 287-0566, they offer free consultations to discuss cases involving operator negligence, BUI, equipment failure, and regulatory violations. The firm operates on a contingency fee basis and helps victims pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, disability costs, and wrongful death.
