Common Causes of Boating Accidents

Collisions are the most common cause of serious injury and death in boating accidents. Other injuries are slip and falls, reckless driving, drunk driving, boat malfunctions and inexperienced water craft operators.

In addition to boating, other water sports such as swimming, water skiing, jet skiing and fishing are extremely popular.  Unfortunately, there is potential for danger in these activities, especially when someone is inexperienced or intoxicated.

Today there are over one million personal watercraft vessels in use.  On average, approximately 5,000 accidents occur each year resulting in numerous injuries and even death.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident, call Cellino & Barnes now at 1-800-483-2050 or contact us by clicking on Buffalo / Rochester Boating Accident Attorney.

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