Liability in Watercraft Incidents
Many parties could be held liable for a boating incident. The owner of the watercraft may be responsible for an accident if they fail to provide passengers with required safety equipment or lend their boat to an inexperienced operator.
The boat operator could also be liable for damages caused by negligent behavior such as speeding. Conversely, if the passengers take control of the boat and cause an accident, they could be responsible for damages.
When a faulty part causes an accident, injured parties may be able to file a claim against the manufacturing company or the maintenance worker responsible for servicing the boat. A skilled lawyer can help boat accident victims determine who is responsible for their damages.