Boat Accidents

     Depending on circumstances, many boating accidents are determined by what is known as maritime law. Under maritime law, there are certain available claims that are not available with motor vehicle accidents. If a claim is truly a maritime law claim, the theory of comparative negligence may apply which can be very helpful to a Plaintiff. Thus, under maritime law, contributory negligence may not be a complete defense to a claim. Obviously, the operator of a boat is held to a reasonable person standard in the way he or she operates a boat. Often, an expert in boat operation and maneuvers may be required to prove negligence since this is an area where everyday life experience may not allow a lay person to totally understand the nuances of operating a boat.

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