In 1997, there were over 300,000 registered boats in Louisiana that traveled over the 4,000,000 acres of lakes, the 40,000 miles of rivers and the 7,000 miles of Louisiana coastline. There were 146 boating accidents, resulting in 37 deaths. Many of these accidents were alcohol related. 

Boating deaths are often caused by capsizing and falling overboard. Capsizing occurs when a boat either turns on its side or turns completely over. Boating collisions are occurring more frequently because of faster boats and more boats traveling in the water. 

Many personal injuries are the result of boating accidents or collisions. Some examples of injuries that result from boating accidents are cervical and lumbar sprains, herniated and ruptured discs, fractures, knee injuries, brain damage, and paralysis. Victims of boating accidents may recover for pain and suffering, medical expenses, property damage, lost wages and loss of earning capacity. 

Murphy Law Firm handles personal injury claims. Our lawyers handle cases throughout Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, Lafayette, Monroe, Alexandria, Hammond, Lake Charles and surrounding areas. 

The attorneys at Murphy Law Firm represent the victims of boating accidents. The lawyers do not represent insurance companies. If you have been involved in a boating crash and suffered injuries, you do not have to be a victim twice. Contact the attorneys at Murphy Law Firm to help you receive compensation for the injuries you sustained from a boating accident.