Areas of Expertise
Experienced Boat Accident Lawyers
During the warmer months, our lakes are teeming with motorboats, sailboats and personal watercraft. Unfortunately, a number of people are seriously injured in boating mishaps each year.
It is possible to sue a negligent boater for damages for personal injury. People who suffer serious and permanent injuries in boating collisions often have significant economic losses. However, Canada's Marine Liability Act limits the amount that can be recovered for personal injuries to a total of $1,000,000 for each boat that was operated in a negligent manner. However, the $1,000,000 per boat limit does not apply in cases of recklessness. Where a boat is being operated in a reckless manner and the boat operator knew that his or her recklessness would likely lead to injury, it is possible to recover more than $1,000,000 against the operator of the boat.
At Oatley, Vigmond, we specialize in cases arising from boat accidents. Please contact us to arrange a meeting with one of our experienced boat accident lawyers.
Request Free Consult
