Atlanta Personal Injury Attorneys Boating Accidents
Enjoying time on the water is an American tradition. But sadly, many boat drivers forget they need to be as responsible behind the wheel of a boat as they are behind the wheel of a car. And often, despite Georgia laws requiring boater education courses, many boat drivers ignore them. This negligence can result in serious injury or death when an accident occurs.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident that was someone else’s fault, it’s important to understand your rights and to pursue fair compensation. At Wood Craig Miller, we want to hold negligent boat drivers accountable for their actions and to make boating safer for everyone. We have lawyers who are specialists in boating accident cases, and we’re ready to fight for you.
What to Do After a Boating Accident
Georgia laws governing drivers of boats, jet skis and watercraft are clear and must be followed for the safety of everyone. If an accident occurs, procedures are similar to auto accidents.
Make sure to take pictures, exchange insurance information, ask for ID from the driver, and secure contact information for any witnesses. These steps are critical to ensuring details are preserved should the case go to litigation or trial.
Common types of boating accidents include:
Were you or a loved one injured in a boating accident?
Call our Atlanta boating accident specialists at (404) 888-9962. Same-day appointments available and always free.
Boating accidents are complicated, because quite often law enforcement doesn’t get involved to document the case and help determine fault. That’s why specialists in Georgia boating laws and boating accident cases are so important.
Wood Craig Miller has a team of experienced attorneys ready to help. We’ll fight for fair compensation for all your medical expenses, emergency medical care, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, costs associated with disabilities, and property damage. Put our legal expertise to work for you.
Initial Consultations are Always Free
From the first moment you call, you’ll have a legal team dedicated to you, ready to help you get better, hold those responsible to account, and get you the compensation you deserve. We’re not only fierce litigators, we’re unwavering advocates for you. That’s the Wood Craig Miller difference.
We are always available to our clients. Speak with one of our boating accident injury lawyers in Atlanta today by calling (404) 888-9962. Initial consultations are always free.