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Boating in the Hawaiian Islands is a favorite activity for both residents and visitors. With stunning ocean views and unforgettable boat tours, it’s easy to see why. However, accidents on the water are inevitable, especially when it is due to other people’s negligence. If you’ve been hurt in a boating accident, having an experienced personal injury attorney on your side can make a significant difference in your recovery.

At Recovery Law Center, we understand individuals’ challenges after a boating accident happens. Our law firm is here to help you seek compensation for your personal injury claim while prioritizing your well-being.

Boating safety is important, but even the most cautious individuals can be harmed due to someone else’s negligence. Contact us for legal guidance if you or a loved one has been injured on a boat tour or any other water activity.

Boating Accident Cases We Handle

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Recovery Law Center handles many boating accident cases to help injured individuals and their families seek justice and recover damages. Boating accidents in Hawaii can result in serious injuries, property damage, or even fatalities. We handle cases involving:

Recreational vessel accidents, such as private boats, jet skis, and tour boats.
Non-human environmental factors, such as rough waves or submerged hazards, cause injuries.
Accidents involving scuba diving, snorkeling, or other water sports.
Incidents resulting from operator error, poor maintenance, or violations of Hawaii State laws.
Accidents involving crew members or passengers on vessels owned by tour companies.

Compensation for a Boating Accident

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If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident, you may seek compensation for:

Medical expenses and rehabilitation costs
Lost wages or reduced earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Property damage to vessels owned by you or others
Emotional distress caused by serious injuries or loss

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Causes of Boating Accidents

Boating can be a dangerous activity. Accidents must be reported, whether they involve a commercial or recreational vessel. However, crashes aren’t the only way a boating injury may occur.

Here are common causes of boating accidents:

Slippery surfaces
Inadequate support for embarking and disembarking the vessel
Overcrowding
Fires, chemical exposures, and toxic leaks
Poor maintenance
Failing to account for weather and oceanic conditions
Lack of life jackets, lifeboats, and drowning protections
Broken or insufficient railings
Negligent training of boat operators, poor supervision of a minor operating a vessel
Injury during recreational activities like scuba diving and snorkeling
Collisions between multiple vessels
Running aground, capsizing, sinking
Hitting a fixed object
Boating under the influence of alcohol, DUI on a boat
Reckless operation

The victim may claim compensation when an accident can be traced to human error or poor judgment. Most claims are based on negligence, which means the victim proves that someone failed to use reasonable care and that an injury resulted.

It’s possible not even to know why an accident or injury occurred. There may be underlying causes that you aren’t aware of right away. Let our lawyers investigate your case. We can talk to witnesses, gather records, and evaluate the situation. Then, we build your case.

What You Need to Do After a Boating Accident

If you’ve been involved in a boating accident in Hawaii or elsewhere, follow these steps:

Assess yourself and others for injuries caused by the accident. Administer first aid if possible.
Alert the Coast Guard or local authorities. Their response is crucial for rescuing injured persons and documenting the incident.
Move the vessel to avoid further accidents if it is safe. Use life jackets and other safety measures to protect passengers.
Record the names, contact details, and insurance information of the boat operator and passengers involved.
Capture images of the vessel, injuries, and property damage to support potential personal injury claims.
Note weather conditions, time, location, and any non-human environmental factors that contributed to the accident.
Do not make statements that could be used against you by the insurance company or others involved.
Contact an attorney. Injury attorneys with practice areas in maritime accidents, boat tours, and recreational vessels can assist in recovering damages.

Representation When You Need Us Most

The mission of our law firm is to achieve outcomes for our clients. With the skill, resources, and commitment to your case, we pursue justice. We are passionate about developing innovative legal strategies to help our clients fully recover.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of a boating accident, your life has likely been seriously disrupted. The compensation you receive can help you heal physically, mentally, and emotionally. Having qualified legal representation is critical. We understand what to do and how liable parties try to avoid paying compensation.

Our representation is complete and thorough. See how we can help you with all the steps involved in claiming compensation.

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Vincent Yano

Once again, I had the misfortune of being in an accident on the road again. First time, a careless tourist hit me while I was driving on my motorcycle and just recently, a rear end collision while waiting for the traffic light to change. In both cases, I have been well informed on getting a fair settlement for my injuries, and resolving all issues, including recommending a physician that specialized in assisting in my recovery on the injuries. I highly recommend Glenn Honda, and his staff at Recovery Law Center to anyone who is looking for a law firm that knows the legal system and cares about their clients too.

Garrick M.

This was the first time that I ever had to deal with an accident involving Insurance and Lawyers. Recovery Law Center made me comfortable and always made me feel that I was always the victim in dealing with the task ahead. They dealt with everyone in a timely and professional manner. Very pleased with the outcome and would highly recommend them to anyone who needs legal representation.

Danny V.

Glenn was able to garner a far larger settlement to compensate me for what I went through and the scar I will bear for life. His staff was always helpful and available and made the process extremely easy. I hope to never be injured again but I would not hesitate to count on Recovery Law Center or recommend them to anyone who has been injured or pushed around by insurance companies.

Aint T.

Experienced Hawaii Boating Accident Lawyers

Boating Accident Cases We Handle

Compensation for a Boating Accident

Causes of Boating Accidents

What You Need to Do After a Boating Accident

Representation When You Need Us Most

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