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Boating Laws in Amarillo

Amarillo has specific regulations to ensure the safety of those on the water.

Boating laws include the duties of boat operators and the prohibitions against reckless or negligent actions that may result in injuries. Violations of these regulations may include:

  • Reckless operation
  • Speeding
  • Endangerment of others

Types of Boat Accidents

  • Collisions: These cases include boats colliding with other watercraft,  objects, or swimmers, resulting in serious injuries or loss of life. 
  • Capsizing: When a boat capsizes due to negligent operation, passengers can be thrown off the boat and into the water, resulting in serious injuries or drowning. 
  • Propeller accidents: These accidents occur when a boat propeller contacts the body and can cause severe lacerations and even amputations. 
  • Falling overboard: If a passenger falls overboard, they can face the risks of drowning or becoming injured from the impact of the water or with another vessel.
  • Fires or explosions: engine malfunctions and fuel-related issues can cause fires or explosions, resulting in catastrophic injuries.

Common Boating Accident Injuries

Negligence on the part of the boat operator can cause injuries ranging from minor to life-threatening. These injuries may be sustained by passengers on the same boat or put other boaters in danger. Injuries may include:

  • Drowning 
  • Traumatic brain injuries 
  • Disfiguring lacerations
  • Broken bones 
  • Permanent impairments
  • Paralysis
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Who is Liable in a Boat Accident?

Determining liability in a boating accident requires a full examination of the facts surrounding the accident, as more than one party may be liable, including the following:  

  • Boat operators
  • Boat owners
  • Boat manufacturers
  • Boat rental companies

Why Hire an Attorney to Handle Your Boat Accident Case?

  • Legal expertise: Boat accident cases involve complex legal factors to resolve. An experienced attorney can help you through every step of the process and pursue optimal compensation. 
  • Investigation: Many boating accident cases require a professional investigation. The investigation may include video or photographic evidence, evaluating the condition of the watercraft, speaking to witnesses, blood or breath testing for alcohol or drug intoxication, and reviewing law enforcement reports. 
  • Negotiating with insurance companies: Insurance companies will not have your best interests at heart. They will attempt to pay you as little as possible and employ various strategies to reduce the value of a claim. An experienced attorney can go head-to-head with insurance company lawyers attempting to avoid paying fair compensation. 
  • Representation at trial: If a fair settlement is not offered, or the insurance coverage is inadequate to cover your damages, our personal injury lawyer at McCraw Law Group can bring a lawsuit against the boat owner, operator, or manufacturer to pursue fair compensation. 
  • Appropriate compensation: A boat accident lawyer can improve your chances of compensation that reflects the long-term impact of the injuries sustained.
  • Contingency basis: Our boating accident lawyers in Amarillo work on a contingency fee basis. You owe no legal fees unless they win for you.

Why choose McCraw Law Group?

At McCraw Law Group, we are not just attorneys but champions for the people we serve. We’ve been standing up to insurance companies for decades with a remarkable record of successful claims and lawsuits. Our team has John L. (Lin) McCraw at the helm. He has served as the Texas Trial Lawyers Association president and is board-certified in personal injury trial law from the Texas State Bar. Only about 5% of lawyers in Texas hold board certification in any specialty.

We believe in treating our clients with kindness, compassion, and understanding because we know how difficult it is to face life ahead with the challenges of serious injuries or following the tragic death of a loved one. Our core values include compassion, honesty, excellence, and connection with our community. Over our 20-year history, we’ve built a reputation for legal excellence, caring and compassionate service, and success for the injured in Amarillo and beyond. 

Amarillo Case Types

Bicycle Accident Car Accident Catastrophic Injury Child Injury Dog Bite Motorcycle Accident Neck Injury Pedestrian Accident Premises Liability Product Liability Slip and Fall Spinal Cord Injury Traumatic Brain Injury Truck Accident Wrongful Death

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If you are in need of a personal injury attorney in North Texas, please contact the team at McCraw Law Group today. We are ready to help you in a broad range of serious accident and injury legal issues, and offer multiple ways to reach us.

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