Boating Accident Attorney Serving Des Moines

Cedar Rapids Lawyer Handling Boating Accidents

Boating is a popular pastime in Iowa, with its many and diverse lakes.  There are also many boating accidents, normally caused through negligence of the driver of the vessel.  Many accidents occur due to inattention, speeding, alcohol use and operator inexperience.  Frequently an accident occurs when one boat collides with another, or with a jet ski.  There can also be accidents involving water skiers and people falling overboard.  When you are involved in such an accident or someone you know has been injured in a boating accident it is in your best interests to retain the services of a Des Moines personal injury attorney who is familiar with boating accidents to protect your rights.

Negligence In Boating Accidents

Many boaters are inexperienced and fail to realize their limitations in handle a water vessel.  They may enjoy speeding through the water but fail to realize that there are safety issues involved in traveling at such speeds, such as someone possible being thrown overboard if the boat goes over a wave or running into a jet ski that appears unexpectedly.  Alcohol plays a large part in many boating accidents, as many people go out to a lake to enjoy the day and spend it with friend partying and drinking, ignoring the fact that it is just as dangerous to drive a boat while intoxicated as it is a car.  Statistics for 2008 from the Coast Guard show there were 4789 accidents that involved 709 deaths, 3331 injuries and approximately $54 million dollars in damage to property as a result of boating accidents across the United States.

Boating Accident Injuries

Many boating accidents cause severe injuries.  If your injuries are caused by another's negligence you may be entitled to compensation for those injuries.  Boating accidents result in injuries that can be quite serious, ranging from fractures, head injuries, near drowning and even death.  The McGuire Law Firm has represented numerous boating accident clients who sustained serious injuries while enjoying boating or fishing.  Proving negligence in a boating accident can be complex, with various issues specific to boating that need to be handled carefully by a well trained personal injury lawyer.  Our legal team will ensure we review all of the facts and pursue all claims for damages that you are entitled to, such as medical costs, lost wages, property damage, as well as pain and suffering.  With over 40 years experience, our firm has the reputation of successfully recovering damages for numerous clients involved in boating accidents. We offer our services throughout Iowa, including Mason City, Davenport, Des Moines, Sioux City and Cedar Rapids.

For any boating accidents involving injury or death,  for experienced legal representation, contact Cedar Rapids Boating Accident Attorneys at McGuire Law, PLC to negotiate and settle your boating accident claim.