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Have you been injured in a boat accident that wasn't your fault? We can help!

Boat Accident Lawyer

Boating Accidents in Northern Virginia

Boating accident cases may be controlled by maritime law. This depends on where the event takes place. It also depends on the facts of the event.

Boating Accident Injuries

A boating accident can result in severe injuries. Vessels involved can include personal watercraft and wave runners, as well as other types of small or recreational vessels.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This depends on many things including:

  • If the waterway where the accident occurred is a highway for interstate commerce.
  • If the event posed a potential hazard to maritime commerce. 
  • If the event arose out of an activity that bears a substantial relationship to traditional maritime activities. 

If any of these situations apply, then maritime jurisdiction may apply.  Such a case can be brought in federal court.

State law may supplement maritime law if state law does not conflict with maritime law. Additionally, it must not interfere with the uniform working of the Maritime Legal System.

 

If filed in Federal Court and Maritime Jurisdiction controls, then there may be no right to a jury trial.

 

If the Limitation of Vessel Owner’s Liability Act applies, there may be special limitations on the amount of recovery. Plaintiffs may also have special rights if they potentially qualify as seamen under the Jones Act. Dependents of non-seamen killed in state territorial waters may bring a wrongful death action that is governed by state law. Other things that could affect the amount of recovery relating to boating safety include:
  • The operator of the boat was under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  • The operator failed to act in compliance with the Virginia Administrative Code dealing with the safe operation of boats.
  • Excessive speed was involved.
  • An improper turn caused the injury.

Payment of lost wages during recovery

Payment of medical expenses

Recovery of first-party insurance coverage

Payment for some or all your boat's repair

Compensation for pain and suffering

Call us for a Free Phone Consultation today at 703-821-3740 to learn more about specific damages you may be entitled to.

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