Pennsylvania Ski Boat Accident Attorneys
Water ski and ski boat accidents just don't happen on their own, but instead are generally the result of recklessness or negligence of the ski boat operator. Water ski safety should always be a priority and never be ignored. In addition, safety rules of the waterway must always be followed. At Reiff & Bily, our Philadelphia water ski accident lawyers understand just about everything that can go wrong in a water ski or ski boat accident.
Many times, water ski boats have an open bow configuration which can be dangerous for those on board, potentially creating a situation leading to catastrophic injury in Pennsylvania. There has been an alarming increase in water skiing and boat accidents. A responsible ski boat operator must be alert for cross wakes, submerged objects, other swimmers, rafters, or anything that may come between the boat and the skier. The skier should always wear a coast guard approved flotation device rather than a ski belt which is not Coast Guard approved. Of course alcohol and boat operation never mix and creates a dangerous situation for those on board the boat, as well as the skier.
It is essential to have an independent observer on the boat at all times to watch the skier and give full attention to all signals. Most water ski accidents in Pennsylvania result from improper lookout since drivers tend to multitask; going back and forth watching the skier and the path ahead. Many times water ski accidents are caused by defective equipment or tow lines of different lengths when more than one person is skiing. Of course, all sports carry inherent risks, but the risks never excuse someone else's gross negligence and recklessness.
The Philadelphia boating accident attorneys of Reiff & Bily have over three decades of experience representing injured victims and their families. Our Philadelphia wrongful death attorneys understand that when people are catastrophically injured or wrongfully killed due to someone else's negligence, experience and technical expertise matter when it comes to recovering the compensation that they deserve. Our skilled Pennsylvania water ski accident lawyers are greedy for justice. For a free, no obligation consultation, please contact us toll free at 1-800-421-9595 or online at www.reiffandbily.com.
