Maritime & Boating Accident Lawyers in Miami
Help for people injured on the water — passengers, boaters, guests and workers at sea.
Injured on the water? We can help.
Accidents on the water are different
Injuries on boats, at marinas and at sea can be governed by federal maritime law as well as Florida law, and the rules, deadlines and responsible parties can differ from an accident on land.
Our team can review what happened, explain the options that may be available to you and answer your questions in plain language.
Maritime accidents we handle
Common situations include:
Boating accidents
Collisions, capsizing, falls overboard and accidents caused by careless or impaired operators.
Jet ski and personal watercraft accidents
Injuries involving rented or privately owned personal watercraft.
Yacht, charter and tour boat accidents
Injuries to guests and passengers on yachts, fishing charters, party boats and water tours.
Cruise ship accidents
Injuries aboard cruise ships and during shore excursions — see our dedicated cruise ship injuries page.
Injuries and assaults involving cruise passengers
Assaults and other incidents linked to inadequate security aboard a ship.
Injuries to workers at sea
Crew members and other maritime workers may have claims under federal maritime law, such as the Jones Act, depending on their job and circumstances.
Hurt on a boat or at sea?
Call us or send a request. Our team will review what happened and explain your options.
What to do after a maritime accident
Get medical care
Your health comes first. Keep records of any treatment you receive on board or on land.
Keep your documents
Save tickets, booking papers, photos, names of witnesses and any incident report.
Talk to an attorney early
Maritime claims can have short notice and filing deadlines, especially for cruise passengers.
Every case depends on its facts and the law that applies. No attorney can guarantee a result. Submitting a request does not extend any legal deadline.
Tell Us About Your Accident
Share a short description of what happened and our team will contact you. Please do not include medical records or documents.
Maritime accident questions
- It depends on where and how the accident happened. Federal maritime law often applies to accidents on navigable waters, and Florida law may also apply. We can review your situation and explain what may apply.
- Deadlines vary by the type of claim and can be short. Cruise tickets, for example, often contain terms with short notice and filing deadlines. Contact an attorney as soon as possible.
- Possibly. Seamen and other maritime workers may have claims under federal maritime law, such as the Jones Act, depending on their duties and circumstances. Contact us to discuss your situation.
- Yes. Consultations are free. Contacting us does not by itself create an attorney–client relationship or extend any legal deadline.
Talk to our team
305-883-7272Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM
24/7 emergency assistance: 305-883-7272
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