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Contact Us NowBoating accidents can cause catastrophic injuries or death to you and your loved ones. However, those injured may have the ability to file a civil claim for compensation from those responsible for their accident.
The Fallbrook boat accident lawyers at Lathrop Law Firm provide experienced and skilled legal counsel to those who have suffered injury due to another individual’s negligence. Our goal is to give each client the unique and personalized service their case deserves. The recovery process after a boating accident injury can be difficult. Let our firm support you by advocating for justice and financial compensation from the party at fault.
Similar to other motor vehicle accidents, the causes of boat accidents often arise from another individual’s failure to follow the rules in place for everyone’s safety. California Civil Code § 1714 states that every person is responsible for their misconduct resulting in injury to others. Examples of wrongful acts and negligence that could cause a boat accident and establish the liability of another party include:
A Fallbrook boat accident attorney could help you evaluate the cause of your collision and identify the parties who may be liable for your injury.
The compensation a boat accident lawyer could pursue in a claim will depend on the damages you incurred from the incident. In most cases, those injured will be able to claim both economic and non-economic damages that apply based on their circumstances. These damages may include lost wages if an injury prevents you from working, medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other losses to your enjoyment of life. The amount of compensation recovered in a boat accident case will also depend on the seriousness of your injury.
Additionally, claims of comparative fault from the defendant can further complicate a case and limit your recovery of compensation. Comparative fault refers to allegations that a plaintiff contributed to the cause of their injury through their own neglect or wrongful act. In the context of a boating accident, this could involve a claim that the injured party was not wearing a life jacket or was partially at fault for causing the collision. When reviewing claims of comparative fault, a jury will consider the facts of a case and may reduce a plaintiff’s compensation in proportion to their percentage of responsibility for the wreck.
Our Fallbrook boat accident attorneys help clients consider the challenges of comparative fault claims and make informed decisions regarding settlement offers and advancing a case to trial.
California has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury and wrongful death claims under Civil Procedure Code § 335.1. Therefore, you must file your claim within this period to maintain your right to recover compensation from a liable party in court. The two-year filing deadline generally begins to run from the date of the boating accident.
Consult with a Fallbrook boat accident lawyer as soon as possible after suffering injury. Contact Lathrop Law Firm today to schedule a free case evaluation.