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Understanding Your Rights If You Fell Overboard on a Boat One minute you are enjoying the soft motion of the waves while peering out into the deep, blue sea, the next you are struggling to stay afloat. Falls overboard happen frequently, but you can o ...

New Miami Spring Break Restrictions Miami is one of the most popular spring break destinations in the country. Pristine beaches and near-perfect weather have co-eds flocking to the area for a week of fun and relaxation. Water sports such as recreatio ...

The recent news reports of alleged sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and assaults by Sean Combs, aka P Diddy, a powerful man in the music and entertainment industry, are shocking to many, but not to us.  We have successfully brought claims against high ...

What to Know About Filing a Cruise Ship Lawsuit For many people, a cruise ship offers the perfect vacation experience. Today, many cruise lines like Carnival and Royal Caribbean offer endless food options, fun excursions, and lots of entertainment. U ...

Leading Types of Boat Crashes on the ICW The Intracoastal Waterway is a protected channel of navigable water that runs along the East Coast of the United States through to Texas. The Intracoastal Waterway has numerous ports throughout Florida. Unfort ...

Boating Accident Reporting Requirements in the Sunshine State If you are involved in a boating accident in Florida, you may be required to report the incident to local law enforcement. Failure to report the incident may result in civil fines and crim ...

The Risks and Rewards of Unmanned Ships at Sea Just as self-driving cars have taken to the roadways, autonomous boats are hitting the waters. Behemoths of the sea, including cargo ships, are opting to navigate waters without the help of a human opera ...

Understanding What Dangers Lurk Below the Water While many boat operators may be well aware of the dangers that are directly in front of them, such as other vessels, the shoreline, and the pier, few think about what may be just below the surface of t ...

Your Rights After a Fishing Accident in Florida Thousands of people flock to the coastal and inland waters of Florida each year for fishing. From commercial trips to national competitions, fishing is a beloved pastime of residents and tourists alike. ...

Acts of Piracy on the High Seas Pirate attacks may seem like an act of fiction or fantasy, but they frequently occur on international waters. From hijacking to stealing, maritime privacy is a reality that seamen may face. Seamen who are injured in pi ...

The Dangers and Penalties of Boating Under the Influence Many boaters wonder whether they can drink while boating in Florida. The truth is that boating under the influence is not only illegal—it can be deadly. Florida law expressly prohibits operat ...

What to Know Before Operating a Boat in Florida Whether you are a Florida resident or a seasonal tourist, you will want to know the requirements for operating a boat. Failure to follow the rules can result in severe consequences and may cause devasta ...