San Diego Jet Ski Accident Lawyer

Jet Skis (also known by their actual name, personal watercraft) are a feature on California beaches. They’re everywhere in movies and television depicting beach life and look like a great time. The truth is, they are a lot of fun, but they are not without their dangers. Most people need to gain experience or training to operate a jet ski, as these watercraft can reach 60mph or more. That power combined with no brakes can be a bad combination.

If you or a loved one are injured or killed in a personal watercraft accident, our law firm is here to help. The skilled jet ski accident lawyers of Mova Law Group will help you recover financial compensation for damages. We will support you throughout the personal injury claim to a satisfactory settlement. We can discuss your jet ski injuries and legal options at a free consultation. Contact us through this website or call (858) 900-9911 to arrange this meeting.

The purchase and registration of Jet Skis increased during the pandemic, so you can expect to see these vehicles everywhere when you’re at a beach.

There are three leading causes of Jet Ski accidents causing severe injury or death. 

Operator Inattention

Failure to pay attention was the leading cause of all boating accidents in 2020. Beaches and marinas are busy places. There are possible hazards all over the place, and some of these hazard lie below the water’s surface. A Jet Ski could contact debris, a dock, floating markers, swimmers, another boat, or PWC. 

If the distracted operator of the Jet Ski is going at high speeds, there is little to no time to correct their machine if something appears in their way. Jet Skis have no brakes, so the only option is to try to maneuver out of the way. 

Waves created by boats and PWC moving at high speeds can cause nearby Jet Skis to tip. Even in recreational boating, being alert to your surroundings is a must.

If your Jet Ski accident happened because of a boater’s lack of attention or a distracted fellow rider, we will help you prove negligence on their part. Our Jet Ski accident attorneys will help you gather evidence for your personal injury case.

Operator Inexperience

Jet Skis are popular rentals; you do not need a license or training to operate one. As mentioned earlier, you don’t even have to be an adult to use these water sports vehicles. With prior knowledge, you might know that you cannot brake or how to avoid boating accidents best. However, rarely have people taken training to know these facts prior to getting on the water. You may be more likely to be reckless and pull stunts on your PWC (this is against the law) and ride the waves at dangerously high speeds.

Inexperienced Jet skiers make the waters unsafe for everyone and should be held accountable. If another PWC operator who was behaving recklessly or illegally harmed you, a boating accident lawyer from Mova Law Group would love to represent you. You may also file a personal injury claim against the rental company that loaned the craft to a novice, or against the parents of an unsupervised minor if you can demonstrate they were negligent.

Operator Intoxication

Recreational boating and Jet Skiing is a popular pastime, and especially for vacationers, it’s a time to let loose and unwind with drinks on the water. It is against California law to operate a boat or watercraft under the influence of any substance, but it’s undeniable this occurs. Alcohol plus inexperience means lowered reaction time, which is very dangerous at high speeds. Intoxication of a vessel or Jet Ski operator is another top cause of water vehicle accidents. 

If you were involved in a Jet Ski accident where the operator of your or another watercraft was intoxicated, you may file a personal injury claim against them. You may sometimes file a lawsuit against those who provided the operator with alcohol. Using a PWC while consuming alcohol demonstrates negligence, so the liability is not hard to prove. Our top-ranking personal injury attorneys will help you get the compensation you deserve for your losses.

The damages you suffered in your accident are impossible to recover fully. Of course, every personal injury case is unique. Our skilled attorneys will submit a personalized estimate for your approval at our free case evaluation. We consider both economic and non-economic damages involved.

Some economic losses you may face in the aftermath of a Jet Ski accident are:

• Medical expenses (for past and future bills).
• Recovery and therapy costs.
• Home and transportation modifications for reduced mobility.
• Prosthetic limbs.
• Pain and suffering.
• Wrongful death, in which case there may be the following to consider:
  • Funeral and burial costs.
  • Lost income for the household.
  • Loss of a spouse.

We also include non-economic damages in our negotiations because we know those are equally important. These can include:

• Emotional distress.
• Mental anguish.
• Loss of quality of life.
• Loss of enjoyment of life.
• Loss of companionship.

A Jet Ski accident can change your life forever. Let the skilled personal injury attorneys of Mova Law Group handle your case against insurance companies, and you can focus on your recovery. Our legal team are excellent negotiators and skilled trial lawyers, so we assure you we will only rest when we resolve your claim.

We know that your budget may be tight with medical bills, so our law firm only takes Jet Ski accident claims on a contingency fee basis. This plan means you wait to pay until we get you a satisfactory settlement.

Contact our office today for a free case evaluation and more information on how our Jet Ski accident lawyers can help you. You can reach us through this website or call our 24/7 line at (858) 900-9911.