Navigating A Boating Accident In Florida Sunny skies and myriad expansive, cooling waterways make Florida one of the most popular destinations in the country for recreational boating and water sports. But it’s also the site of the most boating accidents in the nation. In 2020 alone, there were 836 reported boating accidents in Florida. Unfortunately, nearly 80 of those accidents were fatal. The following are a few of the leading causes of boating accidents in Florida: High volume of vessels on the water at any one time. Just like a roadway, the more vehicles there are, the more likely a collision. Lack of sufficient boater education. Operator distraction. Operator intoxication by alcohol and/or drugs. Mechanical failure. Excessive speed. Unexpected strong winds and dangerous waters. If not deadly, a boating accident can result in serious injuries including broken bones, a fractured spinal cord, water inhalation leading to lung infection, and traumatic brain injury—all of which can have a lifelong impact on the health, earning potential, and lifestyle of the victim. Reporting A Boating Accident According to federal law, there are four circumstances under which reporting a…Read More
