Coastal Accident FAQs
What kinds of coastal accidents can occur?
Coastal accidents can vary widely from victim to victim. However, common coastal accidents include boat crashes, diving accidents including decompression sickness and running out of air, chartered fishing boat injuries and accidents, boats that capsize, and people falling overboard. Most, if not all, coastal accidents are preventable. However, thousands of victims experience coastal accidents each year.
What are the ramifications of coastal accidents?
Coastal accidents can have extremely serious consequences for their victims. Minor injury may occur, but all too often the victim experiences debilitating pain conditions, paralysis, brain injury, permanent disability, or even death. The severity of coastal accidents varies depending on the circumstances involved in the injury or accident. Victims of these accidents can also face significant medical bills, time missed from work and need extensive future medical care or rehabilitation.
Who is responsible for coastal accidents?
Negligent parties whose lack of experience, failure to warn their passengers of dangers, operator error, and/or improper use of equipment can be held accountable for many coastal accidents. For example, a diver who experiences decompression sickness might be able to hold a diving instructor who told them to go to the surface too quickly accountable for the costs associated with their injury.
What kinds of damages can be collected in a coastal accident lawsuit?
The types of damages claimed will depend on the accident, but can include pain and suffering, psychological treatment, ongoing medical care, future medical care, and costs associated with vocational rehabilitation and time missed from work.
What should I look for in a coastal accident lawyer?
Since most coastal accidents involve complex maritime laws, it is advised that anyone seeking a coastal accident attorney look for a law firm with extensive experience in maritime affairs. In addition, your Florida coastal accident lawyer should have a long track record, a list of satisfied clients, and a reputation for aggressive representation and extensive legal skill.
At Farah & Farah, we’ve been protecting the rights of our clients for over 25 years. We’re extensively experienced in personal injury and maritime law, and we have the resources and reputation you’re looking for when it comes to coastal accident litigation. Have you been hurt in a Florida coastal accident? Call Farah & Farah today for a free case consultation.
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