Nothing beats being out on the open water under the Florida sun. Unfortunately, there are many inexperienced captains, boozy boaters, and faulty rental boats on the water with you, which can lead to boating accidents and injuries.

If you’ve been injured in a boating accident near Lecanto, then let the experts at Lowman Law Firm go to work for you! Our hometown legal team cares about this community, and offers a free consultation to everyone – and you never pay until we win your case.

Boating Accidents Near Lecanto, Florida

In 2019, there were 679 boating accidents, resulting in 62 deaths, 421 injuries, and more than $9 million in property damages. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, the leading factors in boat accidents are as follows:

  • Alcohol consumption
  • Operator inattention
  • Operator inexperience
  • Improper lookout
  • Excessive speed
  • Machinery failure

If you’ve been involved in a boating accident near Lecanto involving injury or fatality, Lowman Law Firm’s boating accident attorneys are here to help you with a free consultation.

What Constitutes a Boat Accident – And Who’s At Fault?

Put Our Lecanto Boat Accident Injury Lawyers On the Case!

There are four accident scenarios where Florida law requires a boat captain to take action:

  • Personal injuries requiring more than basic first-aid
  • The disappearance of a person indicating death or injury
  • Damage to property of $2,000 or more
  • Death

In these scenarios, the boat captain must alert one of the following as soon as possible: Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, the Sheriff of the county in which the accident occurred, or the Police Chief of the municipality in which the accident occurred. In Florida, it is also illegal for the captain of a vessel involved in an accident to leave the scene without giving all possible aid to the involved persons.

Of course, when an accident occurs, who’s at fault isn’t always clear. However, before you can proceed with a legal case to get compensation for injuries, a party must be identified as legally responsible for the boating accident injury or fatality. This may include:

  • The captain of the boat you were injured on
  • The captain of another boat or water vessel
  • The boat manufacturer
  • A boat rental company
  • A repair shop responsible for work on the boat

Even if you were partially at fault for the accident, you may still be able to collect some compensation. Your best bet is to contact the experienced Lecanto boat accident lawyers at Lowman Law Firm. We will help you:

  • Determine how to handle filing a claim based on the determination of what caused the boating accident.
  • Understand the potential compensation you may receive for your injuries.
  • Keep in contact with you during your case, providing your attorney’s cell phone number so you can reach out directly anytime.
  • Obtain all documentation available to support your injury case, including medical bills and physician testimony.
  • Collect any available evidence related to your accident, including any proof that the other party is at fault when possible.
  • Defend your rights throughout the legal process, and we do not collect a fee unless you win!

Why We Love Lecanto, FL

Lecanto may be a small town, but there are a lot of things to do. When not supporting events such as the Pinwheel Run for child abuse awareness or Citrus Empty Bowls for hungry families, some of our team members’ favorite activities in and around Lecanto include:

Lecanto is home to just over 5,000 residents – and it’s our pleasure to serve them. For help with your personal injury case, we are here for you in Lecanto, FL – one of Florida’s best kept secrets!

Injured in a Boating Accident? Contact Our Lecanto Legal Team Today!

If you or a loved one has been involved in a boat accident near the Lecanto area, we’re here for you. Call us today for a free consultation to get your questions answered to learn what our team can do for you.