Boating Under the Influence
You go out for a fun day at the lake, sitting around with your friends and drinking beer when someone suggests getting in the boat and cruising around the lake. Before you say yes, you should consider a few things. Among the top of that list is the amount of alcohol you have consumed. Although it does not receive as much media attention, drunk boating is just as dangerous as drunk driving.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a boating accidents caused by an intoxicated individual, contact the Clearwater personal injury lawyers of Tragos & Sartes, P.L. at 727-441-9030.
The Dangers of Drunk Boating
The dangers associated with operating a boat while intoxicated are similar to the dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while drunk. When you are drunk, you may experience:
- Delayed reaction time
- Impaired coordination and balance
- Poor judgment
- Inability to focus
- Irrational behavior
Any of these impairments may make it more likely for you to get into an accident, putting yourself, your passengers, and your fellow boaters at risk of being seriously injured or killed. Additionally, if you are caught operating a boat under the influence of alcohol by a law enforcement official, you may face fines and jail time.
Contact Us
Boating under the influence should not be taken lightly. If you or your loved one was injured in a boat accident caused by a drunken boat operator, the boat injury attorneys of Tragos & Sartes may be able to help you. Call us at 727-441-9030 to learn more
