If you’ve lost a loved one in a drowning accident, you know the trauma that comes with it. The loss is hard enough, but finding out that something could have prevented the death is traumatic as well.
Drowning Wrongful Death
When another party is negligent or has a part in the death, drowning can be considered a wrongful death. For instance, a fishing boat goes out to sea when the captain knows it’s dangerous. The company and captain are likely responsible for injuries workers suffer and any drowning incidents.
Boating accidents, including water skis, jet skis, wave runners or other aquatic recreation, can also result in lawsuits against those who cause an accident. For example, a large boat is speeding through a marina and strikes a jet ski. The company the boat belongs to and the person driving could be held liable for damages.
Any time someone breaks the law, is reckless, or doesn’t take care to provide a safe boating trip a lawsuit could result if someone gets hurt or is killed.
On shore, swimming accidents are another concern. When children or adults swim, lifeguards should be on duty. If no lifeguard is present, it should be posted that swimming is at the risk of those who choose to enter the water.
You’re entitled to find out more about your legal options and who should be held liable for an incident. If someone else is responsible, the surviving family members may be able to file a legal claim for damages.
For further information or to schedule a free initial consultation call 866.452.3741 or visit www.merdes.com. The Merdes Law Office has helped injured Alaskans for more than 30 years, it’s who we are. And while we hope you never need us… We’re here if you do.
