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Columbia boat accident lawyer Bert Louthian of The Louthian Law Firm represents parties hurt in boating accidents. If you have been hurt in a boating accident, you may receive compensation. The Louthian Law Firm can be your lawyer in your case for compensation.

Columbia, SC Lawyer for Boat Accidents

The Louthian Law Firm helps people get compensated when they are hurt in boating accidents.

As a Columbia, SC lawyer for boat accidents we:

  • Investigate your case
  • Determine the value of your case
  • Build the evidence to prove fault
  • Apply our knowledge of SC boating laws
  • Pursue your case through legal action
  • Negotiate your settlement
  • Take your case to court
  • Fully represent your interests

Focus on your recovery while your lawyer takes care of everything else. Contact us now to discuss your case and begin.

Lawyer for Boat Accident Victims

We represent:

  • Victims in a boat, where the driver of another boat is at fault
  • Victims in the boat where the driver is at fault
  • People struck on the shore
  • Swimmers struck by a boat
  • Anyone harmed by a defective or malfunctioning boat
  • Others harmed by boating accidents

However you have been harmed by a boating accident, if it was not your fault, you may qualify to receive compensation. The party responsible for the accident may owe you financial compensation. As a lawyer for boat accident victims, we represent injured parties and their families.

Do I Have a Boating Accident Claim?

A boating accident claim is based on negligence. Boating is a dangerous activity. Boat operators have a duty to exercise reasonable care and caution in their activities. When an operator acts negligently, or when there is another party at fault for the boating accident, victims who are harmed may have a claim.

Elements of a boating accident claim

You may have a boating accident claim if:

  • A party was negligent, by act or omission
  • A boating crash occurred
  • The crash was the result of the negligent conduct
  • Injury resulted to the victim

An injured party may bring a claim. Family may claim compensation if a wrongful death occurs.

How do I get compensated for a boating accident?

To get compensated for a boating accident, you file a legal claim. You may negotiate with an insurance company, if the responsible party has boating insurance or there is another applicable policy.

Getting fair payment for a boating accident isn’t easy. It can be hard to determine what happened and prove fault. The insurance company may deny liability or refuse to pay. Legal documents you need to file can be complex, but they must be precise.

As a boat accident lawyer serving Columbia, SC, count on us to take care of the details of your case so that you can focus on your recovery.

Examples of Fault for a Boat Accident

With the right to a monetary award for a car accident based on fault, it’s important to understand what might constitute fault.

Some examples of fault for a boat accident are:

  • Speeding, operating too fast for conditions
  • Failing to show regard for other boats, swimmers and obstructions
  • Boating while intoxicated, boating under the influence of drugs
  • Reckless boating, disregarding the safety of others
  • Improper equipment or boat maintenance, equipment failure
  • Design defect of the boat
  • Violation of a law relating to boating and boating safety
  • Failing to give way when another boat has the right of way
  • Unsafe crowding or mooring

A wide variety of actions and behaviors may constitute negligence. The law doesn’t list them all – it depends on the specific circumstances and what would have been reasonable.

Why Choose Us as Your Boat Accident Lawyer in Columbia

Here are some reasons people rely on The Louthian Law Firm:

  • Experience in the Columbia, SC courts and the surrounding regions. We know local court practices and procedures.
  • Law firm focus on accident and injury law, giving us knowledge of the things that matter to injury victims.
  • With more than 80 years of combined legal experience, we have the insights to personalize our representation to your needs.
  • We fight for what’s right and put our clients first.
  • First we listen. Then, we give honest advice. Our representation starts by listening. We’re always here to answer questions.
  • We expect results. We truly want you to receive justice. That’s the standard we set for our representation, and we will work thoroughly and diligently on your case.

When you need a boat accident lawyer in Columbia, South Carolina, we invite you to meet our team and learn about our services.

What is the first action after a boating accident?

The first action you should take after a boating accident is to call emergency medical services. If there is any possibility that someone is injured, call 911 and the Coast Guard. Administer first aid or follow instructions from dispatchers while you wait for emergency help to arrive.

What compensation can you get for a boating accident in Columbia, SC?

Compensation you can get for a boating accident in Columbia, SC is based on state negligence law. You may receive payment for economic and non-economic losses. Economic losses are medical bills, lost wages and property damage, including damage to your boat. Non-economic losses include pain and suffering, emotional anguish and disfigurement. Wrongful death compensation may be paid under state law if a boat accident results in death.

Can I receive compensation if there are criminal charges after a boat accident?

Even if there are criminal charges following a boat accident, you must take legal action to claim your full damages. If there is a criminal conviction, restitution may be ordered, but it is limited. A legal action allows you to claim future losses, non-economic damages and exemplary damages, if qualified.

Talk to a Columbia, SC Boat Accident Lawyer

Have you or a loved one been hurt in a boating accident? Talk to a Columbia, SC boat accident lawyer at The Louthian Law Firm today. Learn about your rights and start your claim for compensation. Call or message us now.

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