What is the Worst Boating Accident You’ve Ever Heard of?

Although it occurred well before our time, the worst boating accident we’ve ever heard of was the Titanic disaster in 1912. Like most boating accidents, the Titanic sinking was not an unavoidable and inevitable “accident.” Instead, a string of negligent actions and inactions lead to the deaths of some 1,600 people. We examine some of… Continue reading What is the Worst Boating Accident You’ve Ever Heard of?

What Famous Actress Was Killed on a Boat?

This Google question probably refers to the 1981 drowning of 43-year-old Natalie Wood. Various conspiracy theories about her death have circulated for decades. But here are the facts as we know them. Wood, along with her husband, Robert Wagner, and current co-star, Christopher Walken, were drinking and partying in a yacht. Wagner broke a wine… Continue reading What Famous Actress Was Killed on a Boat?

Understanding California Boat Accidents: Types, Liability, and Settlements

Unfortunately, no. In 2023, boat accidents caused over $63 million in property damage alone. Operator inattention, improper lookout, inexperience, excessive speed, and/or machinery failure substantially caused most of these accidents. Usually, the first four constitute operator negligence or a lack of care. As for the fifth cause, most companies are strictly liable for the injuries… Continue reading Understanding California Boat Accidents: Types, Liability, and Settlements