Practice Areas
South Florida Boating Accident Lawyer
Boating Accidents
Hollywood & Broward Boat Accident Attorney
South Florida has more registered vessels than almost anywhere in the country, and our waterways are crowded year round. With that activity comes a steady stream of serious boating accidents: collisions, capsizes, jet ski crashes, and injuries caused by negligent operators and rental companies. Boating claims mix Florida law with maritime rules and strict reporting requirements, which makes them very different from a typical accident case. Daniel Furmanski guides injured boaters and their families through all of it with the direct, personal attention they need.
Florida boating accident rules
Florida law imposes specific duties on boat operators and specific obligations after a crash. Serious accidents must be reported to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and failing to report or stop can carry consequences. Boating under the influence is illegal and a frequent factor in the cases we see. Understanding these rules matters, because a violation often establishes the operator’s negligence and strengthens your claim for compensation.
The types of cases we handle
We represent people hurt in vessel-to-vessel collisions, passengers injured by reckless or inexperienced operators, swimmers and divers struck by boats, and riders thrown from jet skis and personal watercraft. We also handle claims against rental companies that put untrained customers on the water or failed to maintain their fleet, as well as propeller and wake injuries. Whatever the circumstances, we identify what went wrong and who is responsible.
Who may be liable
Liability in a boating accident can fall on the operator, the owner of the vessel, a rental company, or a negligent third party. A rental operator who skips safety instruction, an owner who lets an impaired friend drive, or a company that ignores maintenance can all share responsibility. Because more than one party is often at fault, we examine every relationship to find each source of recovery.
The evidence that matters
Strong boating cases are built on the right proof. We gather the FWC accident report, statements from passengers and witnesses, vessel maintenance and rental records, and available data on weather, tides, and navigation. On the open water there are rarely traffic cameras or skid marks, so securing witness accounts and official reports early is essential. We move quickly to lock down that evidence before memories fade and records disappear.
What you can recover
A boating accident claim can include compensation for emergency and ongoing medical treatment, future care, lost income, and the pain and emotional trauma of a frightening event on the water. In the most serious cases involving permanent injury or the loss of a loved one, the value of the claim reflects long-term and lifelong consequences. We make sure those future costs are fully accounted for rather than minimized by an insurer eager to close the file.
Why South Florida chooses Furmanski Law Group
Boating cases reward local knowledge and careful preparation. Daniel Furmanski understands South Florida’s waterways and the rules that govern them, handles each case personally, and prepares every claim for trial so insurers take it seriously. He communicates clearly, serves clients in English and Spanish, and works on a contingency fee, so you owe nothing unless he wins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About
Q: Do I have to report a boating accident in Florida?
Often yes. Serious accidents must be reported to the FWC, and we can advise you on your obligations.
Q: Who is liable in a rental boat crash?
It depends on the facts. The operator, the rental company, or another boater may share fault, and we pursue each responsible party.
Q: Is a jet ski crash a boating claim?
Yes. Personal watercraft injuries fall under the same body of law, and we handle them regularly.
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If you or a family member was injured on the water, call Furmanski Law Group at +1 (305) 900-6657 for a free, bilingual consultation. We know South Florida boating law, and we know how to win these cases.
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