Naples Boating Accident Lawyer

Fighting for the Rights of Naples Boating Accident Victims

Watersports are among the most popular activities in Naples, and countless tourists and locals flock to the shores in our area every year to enjoy everything from waterskiing and jet skiing to sport fishing and yachting. Unfortunately, boating of all types is also highly dangerous, as it poses the risk of severe injuries and drowning from a collision or negligent operation. Anyone who pilots a watercraft has a duty to exercise the highest level of care to avoid causing an accident, but many fail to do so, either by operating beyond their level of skill or engaging in reckless or negligent behavior such as boating under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

If a boating accident has caused injury to yourself or a loved one, you can come to Pittman Law Firm, P.L. for experienced legal representation in your claim for compensation. Our Naples personal injury attorneys have spent more than 20 years representing victims in personal injury cases, and have assisted thousands of clients in successfully recovering a settlement for their injuries. Bring the case to us today for a free consultation to tell us your story and learn your rights for recovering damages.

Boating Accident Statistics for Naples, FL

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reports that our state has the highest number of boating accidents in the nation, with approximately 25% more than the next following state. Our county is ninth statewide for the number of accidents, most of which occur in open motorboats, cabin motorboats and personal watercraft. The Commission cites the leading causes of accidents as operator inattention, operator inexperience, failure to maintain a proper lookout, and states that most accidents involve a collision with a fixed object, a slip and fall accident on deck or a fall overboard.