Boat Accident Lawyer Las Vegas | Sam & Ash Injury Law

How Much Is My Boat Accident Claim Worth?

If you’ve been injured in a boat accident, you may be unsure what compensation you’re owed. This will largely depend on the nature of the accident, your injuries, and how they have affected your life.

Some types of boat accident compensation that may be available include:

Medical costs of your injuries

Future treatment and care that you need

Lost wages and income stemming from the accident

Damage to your future earning potential

Pain, suffering, and emotional distress that you experience

How Long Do I Have To File a Boat Accident Lawsuit in Las Vegas?

In most instances, you’ll have two years from the date of the boat accident to file a personal injury claim in Las Vegas. If you are looking to recover compensation for property damage (repairs or replacement of your boat or other property) after a boat accident, you have three years under Nevada law to take action.

Do not wait to speak with a Las Vegas boat accident attorney if you suffered injuries. These cases take time and a lot of legal legwork. So the sooner you talk to a trusted lawyer, the better.

What To Do After a Boat Accident in Las Vegas, NV

If you’ve been injured in a boating accident, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your claim for compensation:

Seek immediate medical care and stick to your treatment plan.
Record in a journal how you feel and how your care is going.
Write down an account of the accident and note every detail you can remember, no matter how small.
Save all evidence that could help your case. From accident photos and witness information to communications from insurance companies and medical records, hold onto any crucial documents.
Don’t post on social media. Anything you share could be used against you.
Do not give a written or recorded statement to the insurance company.
Contact an experienced boat accident lawyer in Las Vegas to discuss your rights.

Common Causes of Boat Accidents in Nevada

Most boat accidents are preventable. Too often, people are injured by negligent boat operators who are under the influence or who fail to exercise adequate care and caution when at the helm. Some of the most common causes of boating accidents in Nevada include:

Boating under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Some people don’t understand how dangerous it is to combine a boat with drugs and alcohol. A boater who is under the influence is just as dangerous as a drunk driver on the road.
Reckless operation. Boating can be relaxing and fun, but some people don’t take the care they should and end up hurting others.
Speeding. Waterways are not a free-for-all. There are speed limits. When boaters don’t follow safe speeds, serious accidents can happen.
Operator distraction and inattention. On the water, like on the road, distraction and inattention can lead to accidents.
Defective products such as safety equipment and boat parts. When equipment fails at the wrong time, it can lead to a serious boat accident injury.
Hazardous weather conditions. Storms are exceptionally dangerous on the water. When a boat operator doesn’t prepare or takes risks they shouldn’t, everyone can end up hurt.
Inexperienced boat operators. Many boat operators lack the experience they need. Their failures in a critical moment can result in lasting maritime injuries for you.
Dangerous waters. Rocks, sunken trees, and other hazards lurk underwater. If a boat operator is unaware of what’s underneath them, these dangers can cause major injuries to you and others onboard.

Boating Accident FAQs

Below are some of the most common questions we hear from those who’ve been injured in boat accidents in Las Vegas:

Am I supposed to report a boating accident?

Yes. The operator of a boat must submit a written report to the Nevada Department of Wildlife if any death or injury results from an accident.

What information should I ask for from the other boater?

In addition to the name and contact information of the boater, note the name of the boat and the boat registration number. You will submit this information to both the state and to the insurance companies.

Are boating accidents common in Nevada?

Nevada is the most accident-prone state for boaters. Nearly 130 boat crashes result in death, injury, or property damage per 100,000 registered boat owners each year.

Get in Touch With Our Las Vegas Boat Accident Attorney

Talk to an attorney as soon as possible if you’ve been hurt in a boat accident in Las Vegas. The legal team at Sam & Ash Injury Law is available 24/7 to take your call. We’ll immediately provide you with a free consultation to discuss your accident, and we’ll get right to work securing the evidence necessary to prove your claim.

The sooner you contact our Las Vegas boating accident attorneys, the sooner we can start building a strong case on your behalf. We’ll do everything in our power to hold the at-fault party accountable and demand the compensation you need to rebuild your life and put the accident behind you.

For a free case review, call us or reach out online now. We represent clients on a contingency-fee-basis, which means you won’t owe us anything unless we win your case.

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2023-02-24

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