Chattanooga Boating Injury Attorney - Maritime & Admiralty Law. (423) 255-7642
Because of the interplay of state law and federal maritime/admiralty law, boating accident cases are not just car accident cases that happen on the water. Rather, they require an in-depth understanding of the many state and federal laws at issue. For that reason, you should contact a lawyer who has the knowledge and experience necessary to handle a maritime/admiralty case properly.
For example, federal law provides that “Every vessel shall at all times proceed at a safe speed so that she can take proper and effective action to avoid collision and be stopped within a distance appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.” Tennessee law provides that "No person shall operate or interfere with the safe operation of any motorboat or vessel, or manipulate any water skis, surfboard, tube, specialty recreational device or similar device in a reckless or negligent manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person.” Numerous other state and federal statutes may apply to your claim.
A boating accident case in Tennessee often requires the application of the U.S. Coast Guard's Inland Navigation Rules, as well as the Handbook of Tennessee Boating Laws and Responsibilities, promulgated by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
In many cases, a person injured in a boating accident has a choice whether to file their claim in federal or state court. Each court has its own set of advantages and disadvantages for the injured person. Be sure to consult with an attorney who understands those differences and who knows the laws that apply in boating accident cases.
For example, federal law provides that “Every vessel shall at all times proceed at a safe speed so that she can take proper and effective action to avoid collision and be stopped within a distance appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.” Tennessee law provides that "No person shall operate or interfere with the safe operation of any motorboat or vessel, or manipulate any water skis, surfboard, tube, specialty recreational device or similar device in a reckless or negligent manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person.” Numerous other state and federal statutes may apply to your claim.
A boating accident case in Tennessee often requires the application of the U.S. Coast Guard's Inland Navigation Rules, as well as the Handbook of Tennessee Boating Laws and Responsibilities, promulgated by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
In many cases, a person injured in a boating accident has a choice whether to file their claim in federal or state court. Each court has its own set of advantages and disadvantages for the injured person. Be sure to consult with an attorney who understands those differences and who knows the laws that apply in boating accident cases.