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Category: Boating Accidents
Boating Accidents: The Stages Of A Boat Accident Lawsuit In Florida
February 21, 2014 | Category: Boating AccidentsJust about any Fort Myers personal injury lawyer knows that in order to prevail in a boat accident lawsuit in Florida, the accident victim will need to demonstrate how the person and/or entity being sued caused the accident by showing that the person and/or entity failed to use adequate care. Attorney Randall Spivey will tell you that traveling at improper speeds, exceeding maximum load/weight restrictions, boating in restricted areas and boating while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol...
Boating Under The Influence (BUI)
January 31, 2014 | Category: Boating AccidentsFlorida is a water paradise. According to NBC-6, Florida has 2,000 marinas, 1,700 miles of rivers, more than 3 million acres of lakes and 8,000 miles of coastline which is the longest of any state. Alcoholic beverages, controlled substances and/or medications do not mix with boating.
Overview Of Boating Accidents
November 29, 2013 | Category: Boating AccidentsRiding the waves and sailing the open seas can be exhilarating experiences for boat lovers. However, as your Fort Myers personal injury lawyer will tell you, those who operate or ride in boats, can experience accidents that can result in injury. Sadly, the state of Florida has a large number of boat accidents every year. Why? Boating accidents occur for a variety of reasons ranging from boaters not being knowledgeable about the rules of the water to negligent operation of the boat.
More Boat Traffic Can Mean More Boating Accidents
November 25, 2013 | Category: Boating Accidents"We should be safety conscious whenever on the water, even more so this busy season. It is important that we review our boating safety preparedness and procedures," said Fort Myers Boating Accident Attorney, Randall Spivey of Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A.
No Documentation Required To Prove Economic Damages in Florida
August 30, 2013 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Boating Accidents, Defective ProductsIf you have missed work or cannot go back to work because of your injuries from a car accident, boating accident or product defect, then the Fort Myers personal injury lawyers may be able to help you recover past lost wages, benefits and salary, future lost wages and future lost earning capacity from the at-fault party.
Boating Safety Tips from Your Cape Coral Injury Attorneys
June 25, 2013 | Category: Boating AccidentsWith the hot, lazy days of summer fast approaching, boaters in Florida are ready to hit the open waters. But boating accidents are also on the rise too, emphasizing the need for boater safety laws and precautions. Personal injury attorneys in Cape Coral urge those who go out on the water to comply with state laws regarding proper boating registration, maintenance, and safety.
Boating and Alcohol - A Deadly Combination
May 24, 2013 | Category: Boating AccidentsSaturday, May 25 is the beginning of the 2013 National Safe Boating Week, Fort Myers Safe Boating Attorney, Randall Spivey, Spivey Law Firm Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. would like to remind boaters of Florida's BUI - Boating Under the Influence Laws.
Life Jackets Save Lives
May 17, 2013 | Category: Boating AccidentsNational Safe Boating Week - May 18 - May 24, 2013 -- "Being 'on the water' requires being responsible for everyone having and wearing life jackets. One never knows when a boating accident may occur."
More Florida Tourists - More Boating Accidents
March 8, 2013 | Category: Boating AccidentsThe influx of visitors seeking the warm climate and beautiful beaches, added to the year-round population, means even more boat traffic on Florida's waters. Florida is the national leader in annual boating fatalities.