Virginia Beach is known for its lively beaches, scenic waterways, and a broad array of recreational water activities. Every year, residents and tourists alike flock to its shores for boating, jet skiing, canoeing, and more. However, as enjoyable as these activities are, they do come with risks; risks that sometimes lead to serious injuries.
At Rutter Mills, we are intimately familiar with the unique character of Virginia Beach’s maritime culture and the toll that injuries from water accidents can take on individuals and their families. With extensive experience in handling both recreational and work-related maritime cases, we help victims seek justice and recover compensation for injuries sustained off our area’s beautiful coast.
With so many recreational boaters enjoying the coastal waters off our pristine beaches, boating accidents are an unfortunate reality in Virginia Beach. These accidents may involve private boats, charter vessels, fishing boats, and even party boats that cater to tourists.
Rutter Mills is deeply familiar with Virginia Beach maritime laws including, boating laws, and the federal regulations that apply to navigable waters. We work with accident reconstruction experts to investigate and document each case, helping injured boaters and passengers recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. In cases where negligence or reckless conduct is a factor, we pursue claims against all liable parties.
Jet skiing and other personal watercraft activities are incredibly popular in Virginia Beach, especially during the warmer months. While these high-speed activities can be thrilling, they also come with significant risks. Collisions with other watercraft, falls, and equipment malfunctions are common sources of jet ski injuries. Riders can suffer serious injuries, including fractures, burns, and even drowning in severe cases.
Virginia Beach’s waters are bustling with various vessels, and inexperienced or reckless jet ski operation can quickly lead to dangerous situations. At Rutter Mills, we help injured jet ski riders hold negligent operators accountable, whether they were operating another jet ski, a boat, or a chartered vessel. Our attorneys work closely with clients to document the full extent of their injuries and pursue a fair settlement to help them recover.
For those seeking adventure, Virginia Beach offers numerous options for parasailing, water skiing, tubing, canoeing, and other water sports. While operators are legally required to adhere to strict safety standards, equipment failures, poor weather conditions, or lack of proper training can lead to accidents.
Rutter Mills is committed to holding negligent watersport operators and companies accountable for failing to meet safety standards. Not only do we understand the specific legal standards that apply to parasailing and other water sports, but we also have the resources to thoroughly investigate all relevant evidence including, maintenance records, equipment logs, and eyewitness testimony.
While Virginia Beach is known for its recreational activities, it’s also home to a community of maritime workers who support its economy. Commercial fishers, charter boat crews, and harbor employees often work in conditions that pose significant safety risks to those on board. Though Norfolk’s port facilities and shipyards may be larger, Virginia Beach has its share of maritime workers who may need legal assistance after an on-the-job injury.
Fishing is integral to Virginia Beach’s economy, and those working on commercial fishing boats and charter vessels face risks from heavy equipment, training deficits, dangerous weather, and long hours on the water. In the event of an injury, commercial fishers and charter boat workers are typically protected under maritime laws like the Jones Act. Rutter Mills helps injured fishing and charter boat workers obtain compensation, whether through maintenance and cure, Jones Act claims, or other federal maritime protections.
For decades, Rutter Mills has been a part of the Hampton Roads community, advocating for the rights of Virginia Beach maritime workers and recreational accident victims alike. Our experience in maritime law, combined with our local insight, allows us to represent our clients with the highest level of commitment and care.
Many Virginia Beach maritime workers operate in proximity to Naval and Coast Guard vessels, particularly at the nearby Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story. Contract employees, dockworkers, and other civilians face unique risks due to their close contact with large, heavy machinery and vessel equipment. Injuries among these workers often fall under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), which provides benefits for lost wages, medical costs, and disability compensation.
Our attorneys are skilled in handling the specific claims processes under the LHWCA, working diligently to secure appropriate benefits for Virginia Beach’s maritime workers.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a recreational boating accident, watersports disaster, or is a victim of some other maritime incident while working off the coast of Virginia Beach, please reach out to Rutter Mills. We offer compassionate, dedicated legal support to help you seek justice and the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us help you take the next steps toward recovery.
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