Fishing Boat Injury Attorney In California
Heading out on a fishing boat is the perfect way to relax and decompress while enjoying all the beauty along the California coastline. Sport fishermen enjoy the comradery and testing of their skills as well as the fantastic weather near Catalina and other famous fishing regions. However, all of the enjoyment can disappear in a fraction of a second when you become the victim of a fishing boat injury. The potential for a fishing boat injury might be higher than many anglers assume as they casually board the boat for their trip. If you have fallen victim to an injury while on a fishing boat excursion, it is crucial for you to understand your rights under the law and how you can seek full compensation for your injuries and losses as a result of your injuries.
The expert fishing boat injury attorneys at DTLA Law Group are here 24/7 to help you sort out all the details of your fishing boat injury and determine if you have a legal right to be compensated for things like your medical bills to treat the injuries and even lost wages while you recover. All you need to do is contact our office to schedule a free consultation with an experienced California fishing boat injury attorney.
Common Accidents and Injuries That Occur On California Fishing Boats
When you board a fishing boat for a day trip to Catalina or even a more extended adventure, you are excited about the potential to catch some amazing fish. So it makes sense that you are not thinking about all the things that could go terribly wrong on your journey. But when an accident occurs, you quickly begin to see that there might have been several warnings of potential hazards right before your eyes. Some of the more common accidents that occur on fishing boats include:
- Trip and fall
- Slip and fall
- Falling overboard
- Collisions with others on the vessel or an object on the boat
- Boat collisions
While these might sound like simple issues that can be easily handled on the boat, many result in severe passenger injuries. Sadly, the moist conditions and focus on the fish and surrounding area outside the boat can mean that anglers are not prepared for a sudden rough motion of the vessel or activities of the nearby fisherman as they cast a line or reel in a big catch. Some of the typical fishing boat injuries suffered include:
- Fractured or broken bones
- Soft tissue injuries to muscles, tendons, or ligaments
- Sprains, strains, or tears to joint tissue
- Internal organ injuries or internal bleeding
- Lacerations and puncture wounds
- Spine and neck injuries
- Head injuries that can include skull damage, concussion, or traumatic brain injury
Without a medical examination, it is often hard to determine how severe an injury is. So if you have suffered a fishing boat injury, it is always best to seek immediate medical care for a complete evaluation of the injuries and documentation of the damage by a medical professional. In addition, in the case of a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages, you will want to have a complete record of the medical evaluation to support your settlement request.
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Why You Need DTLA Law Group To Represent You
As one of California’s most well-known and successful personal injury law firms, DTLA Law Group will offer you the best possible outcome for any fishing boat injury lawsuit. In addition, our team has years of experience and expertise working on cases that involve complexities, such as maritime law versus state law for accidents that occur in the ocean. With the range varying from three to twelve nautical miles from the coast of California, it is essential to have legal representation with experience in matters related to seagoing vessels and liability concerns.
Who Could Be Liable For Your Fishing Boat Accident Injuries?
As an angler on a fishing boat in California, you might think that only the owner of the boat or charger company is responsible for your safety. However, the list is much longer in many cases. For example, the parties that could be named in your boat accident injury lawsuit could include the following:
- The owner of the boat
- The owner of the charter company
- Any attraction promotion company that might have sold you the ticket for your boat trip
- The captain of the boat
- Any other employees working on the ship or responsible for the gear used on the ship
- If the ship suffered a mechanical failure that resulted in the accident and your injuries, then the mechanic or maintenance crew for the boat could be responsible
- Any company that rented you fishing gear that was defective and contributed to your accident and injuries
The boat accident injury attorney at DTLA Law Group, who is working on your case, will help you understand the duties and responsibilities of anyone involved who might be liable for your injuries.
What Is My Boat Injury Lawsuit Worth?
Unfortunately, determining the value of any lawsuit is not information that any reputable lawyer will claim to be able to provide without a complete understanding of your injuries and the circumstances surrounding the boat accident. Instead of giving a possibly misleading dollar amount, our team will determine the amount of your settlement request only after evaluating the following:
- Any medical bills for the treatment of your injuries
- The amount of any lost wages if you were unable to work during your recovery
- Pain and suffering
- Punitive damages
- Legal fees
- Any other expenses you incurred as a direct result of your boat accident injuries
How Long Until I Get My Settlement?
Much like determining the amount of your settlement, please know that the time needed to complete the settlement process is also different for each lawsuit we handle. Of course, we do our best to move the case along quickly to ensure you receive your settlement as soon as possible. However, factors such as the severity of your injuries, the amount of time needed for healing, and the defendant’s actions will all impact the time required to secure your settlement payment. But rest assured, the DTLA team will work tirelessly to ensure that we have a robust case that will be settled as quickly as possible.
Understanding The Statute Of Limitations
In California, any person injured in a boat accident has two years from the date of the injury to file a compensation claim. If the claim is not filed with the court in the two-year window, you lose your legal right to seek any compensation for your injuries or losses in most cases. Your DTLA boat accident injury attorney will explain any of the exceptions that apply to your case and how they will impact the date by which you need to file your boat accident injury lawsuit.
No Fees Or Hidden Charges At DTLA Law Group
Sadly, many boat accident injury victims never seek the compensation they deserve because they are unable to secure legal representation. But the issue is not with the validity of their claim or the severity of their injuries. Instead, they do not realize that quality law firms such as DTLA Law Group will handle their case with no upfront payments required. We never ask our clients to pay for any of our services until we have successfully completed the litigation and secured a settlement or verdict in favor of our client.
We understand that after an injury, you are facing mounting medical bills and might be unable to work. So the last thing we want to do is add to your stress with legal expenses. So when we take you on as a DTLA client, all you need to do is focus on your recovery. We will handle all the challenges and stress of seeing that justice prevails.
Need A Second Opinion?
Have you been searching for a trustworthy law firm to take your Catalina boat accident injury case with no luck? Have other firms told you that you have no case? If so, the DTLA team wants you to call our office and schedule a free second opinion consultation. We are proud to offer all personal injury victims a second review of the facts of their case. We know that not all law firms are as confident in the exemplary skills of their lawyers as we are. In addition, you will see that you can trust our team when we say that we will secure the settlement you deserve, Simply put, if we can’t get you paid, then we do not get paid. So we only take the cases that we know have legal merit and can be settled in favor of our clients. So don’t hesitate to get in touch with our office today to schedule your appointment and know the truth about your changes in securing a settlement for your boat accident injuries with the help of the DTLA Law Group attorneys. Our passion is seeing that justice is served for each of our clients.
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