Cruise Ship & Boat Accidents
Florida cruise ship and boating accidents are a very common occurrence. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, Florida has the highest percentage of recreational boating deaths nationally. That, combined with the numerous news stories regarding cruise ship deaths, accidents, and disease means that Florida residents must be more vigilant than ever in protecting themselves and their rights. If you have been injured in a boating accident or on a cruise ship, the experienced attorneys at Law Offices Cytryn & Velazquez, P.A. can help you today. Call 1-877-853-7466 now for your free consultation.
In 2007, the primary contributing factors to recreational boating accidents nationally were operator inattention and careless or reckless operation. Florida alone registered 663 boating accidents that resulted in 75 deaths and 387 injuries. Most deaths are usually from the operation of open motorboats and personal watercraft. People operating their watercraft in a safe manner can be the victim of a careless boat operator. If you have been injured on a boat or cruise ship, it is important that you contact an experienced attorney to protect your rights and ensure your claim is handled with the utmost care.
Cruise ships are often portrayed as floating paradises by the corporations that own them, but all too often people are injured by the negligence of the boat’s crew and owners whether it be from poor maintenance of the ship, food-borne illnesses, or a lack of security on the ship. These situations can often be complex and require an experienced attorney to fully protect the rights of the injured. At Law Offices Cytryn and Velazquez, P.A. we handle cruise ship injury cases and will provide you will a free consultation. Call now to speak with one of our representatives.
As our client, we will work closely with you to protect your rights and obtain a just result to your accident. You will be assigned a case manager that will work directly with you and your attorney to handle any questions you may have and accomplish the daily tasks of your case. Most boat accident cases are handled on a contingency fee basis which means you don’t pay fees or costs if we don’t secure a recovery for you in your case. If you would like to speak with an attorney at the Law Offices Cytryn & Velazquez, P.A. regarding your cruise ship or boating injury, please call 1-877-853-7466 now.
See an example of our cruise ship and boat accident verdicts:
Trussin v. Imagine, LLC -- 70% of $1.93 million jury verdict