Attorney Blake Friedman leads Friedman Injury Law from 375 N. Stephanie St., Bldg. 14, Henderson, NV 89014, where he specializes in Las Vegas boating accident cases. A Las Vegas native recognized as a Super Lawyers Mountain States Rising Star, Friedman has recovered over $35 million for his clients. His firm represents victims injured in boating accidents on popular waterways like Lake Mead, where recreational activities and fishing attract numerous boaters. Friedman’s team handles cases involving operator inattention, boating under the influence, inexperienced operators, improper lookout, and failure to wear life jackets. The attorneys emphasize that Nevada boating accidents involve complex legal issues requiring specialized knowledge of maritime law, evidence collection, insurance negotiations, and damage calculations. They work within Nevada’s two-year statute of limitations for filing personal injury lawsuits, advising clients to contact an attorney promptly to preserve their rights. Friedman provides individualized representation tailored to each client’s specific circumstances, focusing on securing compensation for medical bills, lost income, property damage, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. For a free consultation, call (702) 970-4222.
Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore at 601 Bayshore Blvd, Suite 910, Tampa, FL 33606 specializes in Florida boating accident cases with their experienced maritime injury team. The firm recognizes that Florida’s extensive coastlines, bays, rivers, and lakes create both recreational opportunities and serious hazards for boaters, swimmers, and water enthusiasts. Their skilled attorneys understand the critical distinction between accidents governed by Florida state law versus general maritime law, including differences in statutes of limitations and liability limitations. The firm provides comprehensive representation for accidents involving pleasure boaters, personal watercraft operators, and parasailing incidents. Their legal team navigates complex vessel owner limitation of liability defenses that can significantly impact injury claims. The attorneys thoroughly investigate cases involving operator inattention, inexperience, alcohol use, and equipment failures to establish negligence and secure compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. With extensive experience in both state and federal courts, Wagner McLaughlin offers free consultations for those injured in boating collisions, helping victims understand their rights under applicable maritime regulations.
Day Injury Law, operating throughout Athens, Georgia, provides specialized legal representation for victims of boating accidents on Lake Lanier and other Georgia waterways. The firm’s attorneys understand the complex jurisdictional and legal issues in maritime cases, navigating Georgia’s modified comparative negligence rule which allows recovery as long as the victim’s fault is less than 50%. With deep local expertise and proven results, Attorney Chad Day works directly with clients on a contingency fee basis, ensuring victims pay nothing unless compensation is secured. The firm investigates accidents caused by operator inexperience, intoxication, equipment failures, and reckless behavior, noting that approximately one-third of all boating accidents involve operators under the influence of alcohol. Their legal team handles catastrophic injuries including drowning incidents, traumatic amputations, broken bones, and traumatic brain injuries. Day Injury Law pursues compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, pain and suffering, property damage, and punitive damages in cases of gross negligence. For a free consultation to discuss your boating accident case, call their Athens office at 706-425-4500, where their motto is “Bad Day? Call Chad Day!”
Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner, Attorneys for the Injured, maintains headquarters at 4020 Evans Avenue in Fort Myers, Florida, specializing in boating injury cases across the state. Their experienced Fort Myers boating injury attorneys recognize that while Florida doesn’t require formal boating licenses, the state began requiring operators born after January 1, 1988, to complete boater safety education courses in 2010. The firm cites Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission data showing that more than 52 percent of operators involved in waterway accidents had no boater education, with that number rising to 63 percent in fatal accidents. Their attorneys explain that boater safety courses cover crucial topics like alcohol impairment risks, carbon monoxide dangers, fire extinguisher use, distress signals, navigation rules, marine communications, life jacket requirements, and federal equipment regulations. The firm argues that failing to complete required education and causing preventable accidents could constitute negligence warranting compensation. Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner offers free consultations at 800-646-1210 and works on a contingency basis with offices in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, and Port Charlotte.
Jiles & Fugate Law Group operates from 601 W Central Ave in Winter Haven, FL, providing specialized representation for boat accident victims in this lakeside community. Situated on the shores of Lake Hamilton, Winter Haven attracts numerous boating enthusiasts enjoying the area’s many lakes and rivers. Despite the recreational appeal, the firm emphasizes that boating accidents can occur suddenly, resulting in serious injuries or death whether operating personal watercraft or renting equipment. Their attorneys investigate common accident causes including negligent boat handling, ineffective communication between passengers and operators, failure to follow safety protocols, defective equipment, and hazardous weather conditions. The firm ensures victims understand their rights under Florida law, which may entitle them to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages when injuries result from another party’s negligence. Jiles & Fugate Law Group’s experienced boat accident attorneys investigate accidents, gather evidence, interview witnesses, negotiate with insurance companies, and advise clients on optimal legal strategies. Contact them at (863) 875-6900 for a free case evaluation.
Ghaphery Law Office, PLLC at 601 National Rd., Suite 201, Wheeling, WV 26003, phone (304) 230-6500, provides specialized representation for boating accident victims in West Virginia. Their Wheeling boat accident attorneys understand the trauma and financial strain resulting from watercraft accidents, helping clients determine liability among potential parties including boat operators, owners, builders, rental companies, negligent passengers, or authorities who improperly placed warning buoys. The firm handles cases involving all types of recreational vessels including yachts, sailboats, personal watercraft, pontoons, kayaks, cabin cruisers, and airboats. Their attorneys pursue compensation for actual damages (property damage, lost income, medical expenses) and general damages (loss of consortium, future medical treatment, future loss of earning ability), with punitive damages available in certain cases. The firm emphasizes the importance of legal assistance for victims overwhelmed with medical expenses and mounting bills, with their experienced lawyers working diligently to investigate cases and hold responsible parties accountable. With years of combined legal experience helping over a thousand clients, they provide aggressive, professional representation for boat accident claims.
Operating from 1180 NW Maple Street, Suite 310, Issaquah, WA 98027, Injury Law Group NW offers specialized representation for boat accident victims throughout northwest Washington, accessible at 425-313-1184. Their attorneys understand that boating safety depends on operator skill, experience, attention, and good judgment – factors that often fail in King County, which leads Washington state in boating accidents, injuries, and deaths. The firm handles cases involving operator negligence, including speeding, drinking, reckless behavior, inattention, and overloading vessels. Washington law prohibits negligent operation, requiring boaters to maintain safe speeds and distances while keeping a sharp lookout. Legal consequences include citations for boating under the influence with blood alcohol content of .08% or higher, carrying penalties up to $5,000 and one year imprisonment. For accident victims, the attorneys help establish liability, document injuries, negotiate with insurance companies, and seek compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. With a 4.8-star rating from 761 reviews, the firm provides free consultations and a compassionate approach to helping victims through the recovery process.
David H. Charlip, B.C.S., Esq. heads Charlip Law Group from 1313 E. Robinson Street, Orlando, FL 32801, utilizing his almost 40 years as a civil trial lawyer to offer alternative dispute resolution services. As a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial Law Expert, Florida Civil Law Notary, Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator, and Florida Supreme Court Approved Arbitrator, Charlip brings extensive credentials to resolving disputes. His legal experience encompasses personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, mass torts, employment litigation, class actions, complex commercial litigation, appeals, consumer litigation, first-party insurance claims, premises liability, product defects, hurricane claims, and insurance bad faith. Charlip’s mediation style focuses on active resolution while ensuring all parties are heard and can contribute to resolutions they can accept. He employs risk assessment analytical tools when appropriate and communicates effectively with both attorneys and clients. As an arbitrator, he can serve in traditional capacities or as a civil law arbitrator making independent inquiries without hearings, facilitating more economical, private, and efficient dispute resolution. Phone: (305) 354-9313.
Whitley Law Firm represents boat accident victims from their Wilson, North Carolina office while serving clients statewide with over $300 million recovered for injured clients. Their experienced attorneys understand the legal complexities surrounding watercraft incidents, from establishing liability to navigating North Carolina’s strict contributory negligence law, which completely negates potential awards if a plaintiff is found even partially responsible for the accident. The firm investigates accidents involving boats, Jet Skis, and other watercraft to determine if negligence stemmed from inexperienced boaters, boat malfunctions, or operating under the influence of alcohol. Their legal team pursues compensation for all injury-related damages, including medical care, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, property damage, and physical and emotional suffering. Attorney Benjamin H. Whitley leads their personal injury practice, providing dedicated representation for clients injured on North Carolina’s public waterways, rivers, ponds, and lakes. The firm emphasizes the importance of promptly reporting accidents to the sheriff when injuries, fatalities, or damages exceeding $2,000 occur. For a free case evaluation, call 800-785-5000.
Goldman & Associates Law Firm at 3150 Livernois Rd. Suite 335, Troy, MI 48083, phone (248) 590-6600, offers specialized representation for Bloomfield Hills boating accident victims. Their attorneys have handled Michigan boating accidents for over 25 years, understanding that injuries due to someone else’s negligence are sometimes avoidable when proper care is taken. The firm recognizes that boating accidents are particularly dangerous, potentially causing a lifetime of pain and suffering. Their experienced attorneys emphasize that every business or person must take proper care to prevent injuries, and when negligence occurs—whether allowing dangerous conditions to exist or other unintentional wrongful conduct—victims deserve compensation. Goldman & Associates’ legal team has developed expertise in boating personal injury cases, protecting clients’ rights and fighting vigorously on their behalf. They provide free consultations for injured victims and their loved ones, encouraging prompt contact after waterway accidents to explore legal options. Working with some of Michigan’s most qualified boat accident lawyers, they help clients secure the compensation they deserve while ensuring their rights remain protected.
