Delray Beach Boating Accident Lawyer
Injured in a Boating Accident? We're Here to Help
Florida's beautiful waterways make boating a year-round activity, but accidents happen more often than you might think. If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident, you need an experienced lawyer who understands maritime law and will fight for your rights.
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Florida Leads the Nation in Boating Accidents
Florida is known as the "Boating Capital of the World" for good reason - we have over 1 million registered boats. Unfortunately, this also means Florida leads the nation in boating accidents and fatalities.
2024 Florida Boating Statistics:
- 685 boating accidents - up from 659 in 2023
- 81 fatalities - 22 more deaths than the previous year
- Over 400 injuries from boating accidents
- 31% of accidents were collisions with fixed objects
- 65% of fatal accident operators had no formal boating training
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission 2024 Report
The bottom line: Boating accidents are serious, and they're increasing.
Common Types of Boating Accidents We Handle
- Boat collisions (boat-to-boat crashes)
- Dock accidents (collisions with piers, seawalls)
- Propeller injuries
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
- Falls overboard
- Personal watercraft (jet ski) accidents
- Parasailing accidents
- Charter boat injuries
- Marina negligence
What Causes Boating Accidents?
Most boating accidents are preventable and caused by:
✗ Operator inexperience - 65% of fatal accidents involved untrained operators
✗ Alcohol use - involved in 23% of boating fatalities
✗ Excessive speed
✗ Inattention and distraction
✗ Equipment failure
✗ Poor weather conditions
✗ Failure to follow navigation rules
Who Can Be Held Responsible?
Depending on your accident, multiple parties might be liable:
- Boat operators (for negligent operation)
- Boat owners (for maintenance failures)
- Boat manufacturers (for defective equipment)
- Charter companies (for negligent hiring/training)
- Marinas (for unsafe conditions)
- Government entities (for dangerous waterways)
Serious Injuries from Boating Accidents
Boating accidents often cause severe injuries because of the high speeds and hard surfaces involved:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Broken bones and fractures
- Lacerations and scarring
- Burns from fires or explosions
- Drowning and near-drowning
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
- Propeller cuts
These injuries can change your life forever. You deserve compensation.
Maritime Law Is Different
Boating accident cases involve special maritime laws that are completely different from car accident cases.
You need a lawyer who understands:
- Jones Act (for commercial vessel workers)
- General Maritime Law
- Florida Boating Laws
- Coast Guard regulations
- Insurance coverage issues
Don't trust your case to just any lawyer.
Why Choose Mucerino Law?
✓ Experience with Maritime Cases
We understand the unique laws that apply to boating accidents.
✓ No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we recover money for you.
✓ Free Consultation
We'll review your case at no cost and explain your options.
✓ Local Knowledge
Based in Delray Beach, we know Florida's waterways and local courts.
✓ Personal Attention
You'll work directly with an attorney, not a paralegal.
High-Risk Areas We Serve
Intracoastal Waterway - Heavy boat traffic, congested channels
Atlantic Ocean - Offshore fishing, rough conditions
Lake Worth Lagoon - Popular boating area with numerous accidents
Boca Raton Inlet - Challenging navigation, strong currents
Port Everglades - Commercial and recreational traffic conflicts
What to Do After a Boating Accident
Immediate Steps:
- Get medical help - Even if injuries seem minor
- Report the accident - Call FWC at 1-888-404-3922
- Document everything - Take photos, get witness information
- Don't admit fault - Let the investigation determine what happened
- Contact a lawyer - Maritime law has strict deadlines
Don't wait to get legal help. Evidence disappears quickly on the water.
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
- Medical expenses (current and future)
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Disability and disfigurement
- Property damage
- Emotional distress
Time Limits for Boating Accident Claims
You have limited time to file a claim:
- Personal injury: 2 years in Florida
- Maritime claims: May have shorter deadlines
- Government claims: Often just 3 years
The sooner you call, the stronger your case will be.
Serving All of South Florida
From our Delray Beach office, we represent boating accident victims throughout:
- Palm Beach County - Delray Beach, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Jupiter
- Broward County - Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood
- Miami-Dade County - Miami, Miami Beach, Aventura
- Martin County - Stuart, Jensen Beach
- St. Lucie County - Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce
Don't Let Insurance Companies Take Advantage
Boat insurance companies will try to minimize your claim or deny it entirely. They have teams of lawyers working against you from day one.
Level the playing field. Get an experienced attorney on your side.
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