With the Ohio River and other bodies of water such as Williamstown Lake available, many local residents are able to enjoy such water-related recreational activities as:
- Boating
- Water skiing
- Jet skiing
Any waterborne recreation carries risks that land-based recreation does not. Accidents can happen on the water just the same as they can on land. In fact, certain factors can create real risks on the water. One of the primary risk factors is the use of alcohol. Drunk boating is responsible for a large percentage of all water-related recreational accidents.
Many boaters take a more relaxed attitude to the safe operation of their boats than they do when operating cars or trucks. This relaxed attitude can in itself be dangerous. But, it is most dangerous when boaters who would never drink and drive see nothing wrong with having a couple of drinks while manning their boat.
The Ohio River and Admiralty Law
A key difference in dealing with boating accidents on the Ohio River is the fact that admiralty law is applicable. Admiralty law is a special discrete area of law that not all personal injury attorneys are familiar with. Attorney Paul J. Dickman brings experience in practicing admiralty law to the benefit of our clients.
At Dickman Law Offices, P.S.C., our Northern Kentucky boating accidents lawyers know how dangerous boating can be and are committed to helping the victims of boating accidents to recover just compensation for their injuries. We understand how to conduct thorough boating accident investigations, and we have the experience necessary to build an effective case for you. We have been helping accident victims since 1993. Let us help you.
Contact the Covington Watercraft Injury Lawyers of Dickman Law Offices, P.S.C.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident, you need to take immediate action to ensure that your rights are protected and that you have all of the benefits of skilled and experienced counsel being by your side as you work to recover just compensation for your injuries. Turn to the experienced personal injury attorneys of Dickman Law Offices, P.S.C., in Covington, Kentucky. To schedule a free initial consultation, call 859-757-1736 or toll free at 888-314-3773 or contact us online.
All personal injury cases are taken on a contingent fee basis. We collect no attorneys fees unless we secure compensation for you.
