Rebecca Darnell, 54, injured and Steven Shipp, 44, charged with boating under the influence when two boats collide on Lake Martin near Eclectic, Alabama

What victims of an Alabama boating accident need to know

While boating accidents are relatively rare, when they happen they can cause catastrophic injuries or death. Following a serious boating crash, it is crucial to learn about victim rights and options, and about how an accident claim is handled. It is crucial to contact an experienced Alabama injury lawyer to get answers and a plan to deal with the resulting insurance or wrongful death claim.

An in­-depth understanding of state law, federal law, personal injury law, and maritime law is essential to effectively manage an Alabama boating­-accident claim. Learn more here about how an Alabama boating accident lawyer can help.