Boating Accident Lawyers / Attorneys Miami / Ft Lauderdale South Florida
Lawyers In Miami, Florida, Serving The Needs Of Boating Accident VictimsSouth Florida’s leading personal injury law firm, Leesfield & Partners, is proud to serve the needs of boating accident victims in Miami, Ft Lauderdale, and South Florida. If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident, contact our firm today for a free consultation. Our team has extensive experience representing cases involving charter boats, personally owned vessels, diving accidents, or any other accident related to watercraft or maritime laws. Our boating accident attorneys can seek compensation on your behalf for any injury that occurred on a vessel at sea or on the inland waters of South Florida. Leesfield & Partners has represented countless clients throughout South Florida in a wide range of types of boating and watercraft accidents, including;
- Drunk Boating Accidents – Operating a boat while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a criminal offense under Florida law. Boaters who choose to operate a watercraft while intoxicated are liable to the victims in any accident they cause.
- Cruise Ship Injuries – Leesfield & Partners has extensive experience representing the victims of a wide variety of cruise ship related injuries in South Florida, Key West, and Ft Lauderdale.
- Marina/Dock Accidents – Our boating accident attorneys can help you seek reparation for a slip and fall injury caused by a slippery, rotten, or poorly maintained dock. Our team can also help in cases of refueling explosions or other injuries that occurred while on Marina property.
- Charter Boats/Ferries – Those who own and operate commercial launches or Ferry Boats are responsible for the safety of those aboard their vessels. The captain and the owner may be held financially responsible for injuries caused in a crash, or injuries caused by a decision to operate in rough water.
- Private Vessels – The owner and/or operator of a privately owned vessel is similarly responsible for the well being of any passengers. The attorneys at Leesfield & Partners have experience handling all types of private vessel boating accidents, including boat collisions, overboard injuries, or collision with stationary objects such as docks.
- Personal Watercraft – Jet Ski’s, wave-runners, and other small personal watercraft are common causes of boating accidents. Collisions with boats, fixed objects, or victims injured when thrown from the craft all fall under the umbrella of boating accidents, and our lawyers can help.
How Our Lawyers Help Boating Accident Victims In Miami And South FloridaThe victims of boating accidents in Miami, Ft Lauderdale, and the greater South Florida area are often eligible for monetary compensation for their injuries under Florida law. You may be eligible for damages covering medical expenses, future medical care, pain and suffering, lost wages, or loss of enjoyment of life. In a fatal boating accident, the victim’s family may collect for expenses, emotional trauma, and loss of companionship and financial support. The skilled lawyers at Leesfield & Partners are available to help you with your Boating accident personal injury lawsuit. Our attorneys are knowledgeable about all aspects of maritime law and all local South Florida laws pertaining to boating accidents. We investigate immediately, negotiate skillfully, and litigate aggressively, seeking maximum compensation for every client. Call today for a free consultation. Toll Free 800 - 836 - 6400
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I have known Ira for several decades and without a doubt he represents the best of the profession- a never ending commitment to his clients and a perpetual desire for learning and sharing his expertise with his colleagues. Richard
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I found, and still find, that Ira’s firm will evaluate the case fairly and provide the client with a reasonably expectation of the process involved and will avoid giving false hope where there is none. Also Ira’s firm consistently keeps in constant touch with the client as well as referring attorneys so each knows the progress of a case. Finally I can tell you that if I personally were injured, Ira Leesfield is the first person I would call. Michael Browning
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I'm impressed and very satisfied with the handling of my injury case at this law firm. I was helped and walked through every step of the way. I'm happy to report a fantastic settlement achieved by this excellent law firm. Thank you Rosa
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Our family highly recommends the team at Leesfield & Partners. Every step of the way, Barbie Leon was there to make sure we were updated on the progress of the case as well as answer any questions we had. Barbie was in constant communication with our family. She is thoughtful and caring and worked hard to make sure we understood everything that was happening around us. Linda