Here is yet another example of the dangers posed by boat traffic and resulting crashes occurring on our lakes here in North Texas – this time on Lake Worth this past Wednesday. Per usual, we do not know the details of what happened here beyond what is written in the article. Of course, our thoughts and prayers go out to …
Boating and Personal Watercraft Accidents on Texas Lakes Are Deadly Serious
Here is an article out of the Lubbock paper concerning a tragic personal watercraft accident on Possum Kingdom Lake that resulted in the death of one young man, and, we’re sure, in immense sorrow and grief in his best friend who, unfortunately, was also involved in the accident. We do not know the details of this incident beyond what is …
Weather Plays a Big Role in Texas Boating Safety
When heading out onto the water, you check your boat and your safety equipment. But do you keep any eye on the weather? According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and many experienced Texas boating accident attorneys, the weather can play a huge role in boating safety, and sudden storms or squalls can easily cause boating accidents.
Jet Ski/SeaDoo Accidents
I’m sure I don’t have to remind you that it’s July in Texas! And of course, July in Texas means backyard cookouts with friends and family, pool parties and going to the lake! Why here in Dallas alone, we have Lake Ray Hubbard, Lake Lavon and Lake Lewisville, and all three are packed on hot summer days with boats and …
First Steps to Filing a Personal Injury Claim
Under the unfortunate circumstances that you are involved in an accident, due to the negligence of someone else, that causes injuries, you should seek legal advice. If you decide to file a personal injury lawsuit after an accident, it’s important to know what to expect from the process and how to prepare to make your claim. Take Notes After you’ve …
Safety Tips for Boating Season
As the temperatures begin to climb, more and more people are making plans to head out on the water. Texas is a vast land with many options for water recreation, whether it be in man made lakes or naturally occurring rivers. If these plans involve the use of a motorized watercraft, maintaining safety while having fun is important to getting …
Avoiding Boating Accidents This Spring
Though going boating in the Texas heat is meant to be a fun, sun-filled occasion, boating accidents do happen and are rather common. Boating is a good time, but involves travelling at high speeds and it is sometimes harder to see around bends if you are boating on a lake or in a bay. Boating accidents can occur between commercial …
4 Ways to Prevent Boating Accidents
Taking your boat out on the lake during a Texas summer day is the perfect way to relax with friends and family, but it can also be very dangerous. In 2012, the U.S. Coast Guard counted 4,515 boating accidents that involved 651 deaths, 3,000 injuries and approximately $38 million dollars of damage to property because of recreational boating accidents. To …
Top 5 Causes of Boating Accidents
As summer begins, many more Dallas residents will be going to the lake and taking their boat out on the water. If you are headed to the lake this summer, it’s important to keep in mind these five causes of boating accidents to protect yourself from harm: Operator Inexperience: One of the top causes of boating accidents is when the …
5 Tips on How to Stay Safe While Boating
Taking the boat out on a beautiful day is a fun way to connect with family and friends, but it can also be dangerous. The U.S. Coast Guard states that in 2011 there were 4,588 boating accidents that involved 758 deaths. To keep you and your loved ones safe on the waterways, here are five U.S. Coast Guard safety tips …
