San Diego Boating Accident Lawyers
Helping You Get Back on the Water

San Diego is a city that sits near several different bodies of water. Almost regardless of what your water-related pursuit may be, there's a place for you here. Unfortunately, the high number of vehicles on the local waterways leads to a high number of accidents. Boating accidents can be disastrous, and the majority of them require the help of a San Diego boating accident lawyer.

Below you'll find information regarding different types of boating accidents that can occur, the types of damages that can be sought and recovered if a case is successful and finally how you should proceed if you or someone you love has been harmed in a boating accident in or near San Diego.

Different Types of Boating Accidents in San Diego

There are as many different types of boating accidents in San Diego as there are different kinds of boats. Below are a few examples of the types of mishaps that can occur that could create exposure to civil liability on the part of the parties who are negligent.

• Private boats - Fishing boats, water ski boats and the like dot the water here in San Diego and accidents will occur regularly, especially when these waterways become crowded and some boaters are drinking.


• Jet skis - Jet skis are fun, fast and easy to move into different waterways. They are also dangerous, especially given the reality that many people who drive them are not well-trained in terms of the power and speed these vehicles can generate.


• Fishing charters - Fishing charters venture far out onto the ocean, and there are times when the waves can become dangerous and when traffic is congested. Those who are charged with running fishing charters owe you a duty of protection from unreasonable safety, and when something goes wrong, you may be able to bring a legal claim.


• Working vessels - Workers on ships and boats are also protected by different statutes, especially when one considers that they tend to work long hours and in difficult conditions. Statutes such as the Jones Act provide protection to these workers and serve as a guard against unreasonable working conditions.

Damages Potentially Available from San Diego Boating Accidents

If you or someone you love has been harmed in a boating accident that was not your fault, you could be able to recover civil damages based on the facts of your case. Below are a few examples of these damages:

• Compensatory damages - Compensatory damages are those that are meant to repay the plaintiff for costs incurred that include medical costs, lost wages and even pain and suffering.


• Medical care and financial benefits - If someone is injured while working on a vessel, the Jones Act is a federal statute that provides benefits to those workers that are somewhat similar to worker's compensation benefits.

If you or someone you love has been injured on a local body of water, you need to contact the San Diego boating accident lawyers at the law firm of Mitchell | Gilleon today to schedule a free initial consultation.