Maritime Injuries Lawyer Houston Injuries

Texas waterways see thousands of boating accidents every year. Boat and maritime injury cases can involve local, state, federal, and maritime law — all at once. Our Houston maritime injury lawyers have handled thousands of these claims and know how to protect your rights.

Types of Cases We Handle

Jet ski & wakeboarding accidents

Yacht & sailboat accidents

Airboat accidents

Improper maintenance

Tour & cruise ship accidents

Canoe & kayak accidents

Defective boat parts

Commercial & maritime work injuries

Damages You Can Recover

Medical expenses

Pain and suffering

Permanent disability

Lost wages

Emotional anguish

Disfigurement

U.S. Coast Guard Data

The boating accident fatality rate was 5.2 deaths per 100,000 registered recreational watercraft — a 10.6% increase over the prior year.

Top Causes of Boating Accidents

Operator inattention or inexperience

Alcohol or drug use

Excessive speed

Improper lookout

Mechanical failure

Hazardous or unfamiliar waters

Navigation violations

Overloaded vessel

Force of wake

When to File an Accident Report

The U.S. Coast Guard requires a report when:

A person dies or disappears

Injury requires more than basic first aid

The vessel sinks

Significant property damage occurs

Common injuries include concussions, fractures, back injuries, drowning, hypothermia, and brain damage from oxygen deprivation. Maritime workers and commercial seafarers face the same risks.

Why John K. Zaid & Associates

Boating claims are unlike standard personal injury cases — federal maritime law may apply depending on where and how the accident occurred. Our Houston maritime injury attorneys will:

Investigate liability thoroughly

Navigate local, state, and federal maritime law

Handle insurance companies on your behalf

Recover maximum compensation

Offer a free, confidential consultation

Call today for a free consultation with a boat and maritime injury lawyer in Houston, TX.