Nighttime boating accidents tend to occur more around the holidays. Oftentimes, alcohol consumption by the watercraft operator is the main contributor to the boating accident. Another common cause is poor nighttime navigation lighting. It is permissible to operate a boat or watercraft at night in Louisiana. However, proper safety precautions […]
Category: Boating Accidents
Louisiana law permits boat accident victims to pursue a claim for monetary damages following injury. Boating accidents are scary. In the moment it is difficult to know what to do or even how to respond. It is important to remember the steps to take after a boating accident to help […]
Recreational boating is an activity enjoyed by countless people who live near the water. All boat operators must follow local, state, and federal laws regarding the operation or watercraft and safety guidelines. Teenagers may wish to operate a watercraft, but they too must follow all laws and obtain proper certification. […]
There are four main types of boating accident claims that can be brought against a watercraft operator involved in an accident or crash on Louisiana waterways. They are negligence, boating under the influence, reckless or careless operation, and Jones Act claims. Negligence Negligence is a failure to take proper care […]
Louisiana’s connection to water is etched in its geographical landscape. The mighty Mississippi River, Red River, Toledo Bend, and Lake Pontchartrain are just a few examples of the major bodies of water in the state. Louisiana boasts one of the longest state coastlines in the U.S., sharing its southernmost border […]