There was a fire on board the yacht Elusive on June 18, 2022. At the time of the incident, the boat was located in the Piscataqua River, near Newcastle, New Hampshire. Three passengers and two family dogs jumped into the water to flee from the flames. Nearby boats were able to rescue the passengers and take them to shore for medical treatment. The boat drifted out of the harbor before sinking.
There have been a number of recent incidents involving vessels. A shrimp boat caught fire in New Orleans, Louisiana on June 2, 2022. There was a recreational boating accident on Lake Erie on June 6, 2022. There was a recreational boat explosion on Lake Powell, Utah on June 7, 2022. Two crew members were killed following an ammonia leak on board the fishing vessel Albacora Cuatro on June 15, 2022. There was a fire on board a commercial fishing vessel off the coast of Oregon on June 18, 2022.
A recreational boating accident can be the result of many factors, including: human error, weather conditions, equipment failure, poor maintenance practices, waves caused by other vessels, or a lack of equipment. An incident can often be a result of a combination of the above factors. Ultimately though, many of these incidents are preventable.
Over 5,000 boating accidents occur each year, resulting in over 700 deaths. However, most of these accidents are preventable if boaters take the proper precautions. Before heading out on the water, it is essential to check the weather forecast and be aware of any potential storms.
Our experienced lawyers handle maritime personal injury and wrongful death litigation of all kinds and the skills needed to represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or those who have been seriously injured as a result of the negligence of another party. The lawyers of Spagnoletti Law Firm have handled maritime lawsuits throughout the country including those involving capsized vessels.
The experienced and aggressive vessel accident attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was a victim of a maritime disaster. There are strict and short time limits on making claims related to maritime injuries, so please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or to learn more about your rights.