Boating Accidents

Ocean cruises are a popular vacation choice for many Louisiana residents. But few things will ruin a vacation faster than a serious injury on a cruise ship. And the lingering effects of the injury may last long after the injured person has returned home. Cruise lines...

Boating is a popular form of recreation on Louisiana's waterways. But boating can be dangerous, even if one's boat is stationary in the water. A boat accident can result in significant property damage, serious injuries and even death. A recent fatal boat accident on...

Louisiana's lakes and rivers are ideal for boating, waterskiing and fishing. At this time of year in particular, large numbers of people are spending time on the state's waterways in search of recreation and relaxation. Unfortunately, for those who are injured in a...

Throughout its history Louisiana has had a strong link to the ocean. New Orleans has long been one of the most important ports in the world, and many people in the state earn their living on ships and other vessels. When a maritime worker is injured on the job, they...

With the seemingly infinite amount of coastline, lakes and rivers in Louisiana, it is no doubt that boating is a popular past time. Additionally, Spring break season is quickly approaching, and there will certainly be more boaters and swimmers out on the waters than...

So many Louisiana residents love to get out on the water to enjoy all it has to offer. Whether using the water for recreation or as a means for business, the waterways are a busy hub that hosts a lot of boating traffic. This is why safety on the water is so important....

Waterways are all around the state of Louisiana. Usually they are the focus of recreation and fun for friends and family alike. Sometimes they are the location of a workplace, especially for blue-collar workers who work on barges, import docks and the like. Whatever...

The water can be a very dangerous place, and some families working for businesses operating around and in the water know this all too well. And even when these dangers are known and parent, this does not prevent them from causing injury or even death. A few years ago...

Some residents in Louisiana do not believe that it is as big of a deal to have a beer and operate a boat as it is to have a beer and operate a motor vehicle. This is simply not true; in fact The U.S. Coast Guard warns that "alcohol is more hazardous on water than on...

Just a few years after the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina another disaster hit Louisiana shores. A massive BP oil rig erupted, killing 11 workers and spilling 134 million gallons of crude oil into the Gulf of Mexico. Since water torts are considered punishable under...