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Have you or a family member recently been involved in a boating accident in Las Vegas, Nevada? Contact Battle Born Injury Lawyers for help getting the money you deserve. Those responsible for your boat accident may be on the hook for the costs of your medical care, disability, and suffering. Our Las Vegas boating accident lawyers are ready to lead you to maximum compensation for your trauma.

Since 2010, we’ve helped hundreds of clients seek financial justice after devastating accidents in Las Vegas and across Southern Nevada. Our top-rated attorneys boast more than 85+ years of combined experience and have won well over $100 Million on behalf of clients like you.

Don’t let responsible parties walk away without consequence. Contact our Las Vegas, NV law office to schedule a free, no-obligation case evaluation at (702) 570-9000. Our team is standing by to provide the guidance and assistance you need.

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How Our Las Vegas Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help If You’re Hurt in a Boating Accident

Why did your boat accident happen? Are you sure you can identify every possible cause? How do you know who’s at fault? What happens if someone tries to blame you? What’s your boat injury case worth, anyway?

You don’t have to try to figure out the answers to these questions on your own. When you hire our Las Vegas personal injury lawyers, we will handle every aspect of your fight for compensation for you.

Battle Born Injury Lawyers will take on insurance companies and at-fault parties and work tirelessly to ensure that you get the best possible result in your case.

While you focus on getting better, our top-rated litigators will:

Oversee a thorough and independent investigation into your boat accident
Gather critical pieces of evidence, including property damage, videos, photographs, medical records, maintenance records, hiring records, witness testimony, and more
Consult with leading maritime accident and injury specialists as we prepare, build, and value your claim for damages
Defend against attempts to blame you for the accident or trauma
Negotiate with other parties and insurance companies to secure the best possible terms in a settlement
Be prepared to reject lowball offers and bring your case to a judge and jury in Clark County if necessary

Our Las Vegas personal injury law firm works on a contingency fee basis. There’s no cost to get us in your corner unless and until we win your case.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to us to learn more and schedule a time for a free consultation today.

How Common Are Boating Accidents in Nevada?

Boating accidents are incredibly common in the state of Nevada. With Lake Mead and Lake Mojave nearby, Las Vegas is home to many of the state’s boat-related injuries and deaths.

In recent years, boating accidents have increased across the Battle Born State. According to the United States Coast Guard, a total of 35 boating accidents were reported in Nevada in 2017. By 2020, the last year for which data is available, Nevada saw 66 boating accidents.

While total accidents have increased, fatalities have remained fairly consistent over the years. Since 2016, Nevada hasn’t seen more than five fatal accidents or boat-related fatalities in a single year. In 2020, there were a total of three fatal accidents resulting in three deaths.

We Handle All Types of Boating Accident Cases in Las Vegas

No matter how you choose to enjoy the waterways in and around Las Vegas, recreational boating accidents are possible.

When you get hurt through little to no fault of your own, Battle Born Injury Lawyers will be there to help.

We represent clients who have suffered injuries on the water in accidents involving:

Speedboats
Paddleboards
Kayaks
Canoes
Jet skis
Yachts
Tour boats
Pontoon boats
Fishing boats
Houseboats
Sailboats
Rental boats

Don’t hesitate to contact our law office serving Las Vegas and surrounding cities in southern Nevada if you’ve recently gotten hurt in a boating accident.

What Are the Leading Causes of Las Vegas Boat Accidents?

Most boat and water-related accidents in and around Las Vegas are the result of negligence.

Negligence means that someone has a responsibility to act with care but doesn’t. As a result, another person gets hurt and suffers damages.

Some prime examples of things that can contribute to a boating accident in Las Vegas include:

Inexperienced operator unfamiliar with Nevada state boating laws
Speeding or operating a vessel too fast for weather conditions
Drugs and alcohol
Violations of boating safety laws and regulations
Operator in attention or distraction
Failure to yield the right away to other vessels
Failure to look for other vessels or watercraft
Inadequate vessel maintenance and repair

It’s important to establish every possible cause of a boat accident. Once causation is determined, our boating accident attorneys will be able to move forward with a claim against all liable parties.

Who Can Be Liable For a Boat Accident in Southern Nevada?

Under Nevada law, anyone who contributes to a boating accident can be on the hook for damages.

Following a thorough analysis of your case, our personal injury attorneys may determine that one or more of the following parties are at fault:

Negligent boat operator
Boat passenger
Boat rental company
Manufacturer of a vessel or safety equipment
Property owner
Government agency
Employer of a negligent party

Trust that we will aggressively pursue compensation from anyone who shares liability for your boat accident and resulting trauma.

Boating Accidents in Las Vegas Can Cause Serious, Life-Threatening Injuries

Unlike car accidents and other types of accidents on dry land, victims of boating accidents are vulnerable to additional trauma. Water adds another layer of danger – putting victims at risk of drowning, hypothermia, oxygen deprivation, and more.

At Battle Born Injury Lawyers, we represent clients who’ve been in boating and jetski accidents and suffered:

Traumatic brain injury
Spinal cord injury
Paralysis
Crushing injury
Nerve damage
Broken bones
Amputation
Back injury
Neck injury
Burns
Soft tissue damage
Wrongful death of a loved one in a fatal boating accident

Seek medical attention as soon as you can after you or a loved one gets hurt in a boat accident. Then don’t hesitate to reach out to our Las Vegas law office to arrange a time to discuss your case and legal rights.

What’s My Boat Accident Case Worth?

It’s common to wonder how much money you might be able to get after you’ve suffered injuries in Las Vegas boating.

Every case is different, and every victim is unique.

In truth, the value will depend on factors like:

The types of injuries you’ve suffered
Whether expected to make a full physical recovery
The extent of pain and suffering you’ve endured
Your out-of-pocket costs
Your ability to work and earn an income after you get hurt
How old you are at the time of your boat accident

Generally, you can expect to recover more compensation when injuries are catastrophic, and the changes to your life are significant. However, it will be important to speak about the specifics of your case directly with an experienced boating accident attorney in Las Vegas, NV. Battle Born Injury Lawyers is here to help. Call us today to discuss your personal injury case.

What Compensation Can I Get After a Boat Accident in Las Vegas?

You can typically recover economic and non-economic damages after a boat accident in Las Vegas.

Economic damages are paid to offset your financial costs:

Hospitalization and current medical bills
Future medical expenses and ongoing care
Rehabilitation
Lost wages and benefits
Nursing assistance
Property damage

Non-economic damages are paid to compensate for injuries that are much more difficult to value in terms of dollars and cents:

Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Scarring and disfigurement
Reduced quality of life
Loss of consortium

If you were hurt intentionally or because someone displayed a reckless disregard for your safety, then punitive damages may also be available.

How Long Do I Have to Seek Damages After a Nevada Boating Accident?

There is a statute of limitations of two-years that applies to boat injury claims in the state of Nevada.

Once the deadline applies to your case expires, so does your right to file a claim and secure life-changing compensation from those responsible for your accident and injuries.

Schedule a Free Initial Consultation With a Las Vegas Boating Accident Lawyer

Don’t leave money on the negotiating table. Don’t let those responsible for your catastrophic boat injuries walk away without consequence. Contact Battle Born Injury Lawyers and discover how our legal team can help you not only win your case but maximize your financial recovery.

Our Las Vegas boating accident lawyers have over 85 years of combined experience. We’ve won over $100 Million in settlements and verdicts. Those are the results you deserve. Contact our Downtown Las Vegas office today to arrange a free consultation.

Visit Our Personal Injury Law Office in Las Vegas, NV

Battle Born Injury Lawyers – Downtown Las Vegas Office
400 S. 4th ST, Ste 290, Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 357-4868

Battle Born Injury Lawyers – Las Vegas Office

(702) 570-9000

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