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What Happens After a Personal Watercraft Collision?
The air is getting warmer in coastal North Carolina, and that means the ocean and other waterways will become crowded with swimmers and watersport enthusiasts. While popular lakes such as Lake Santeetlah and Fontana Lake will provide happy summer memories for most, bodies of water can also set the scene for serious collisions. Read the rest »
NC Will Be Seeing More Boating Accidents with Summer Approaching
As we approach summer, there will be more recreational boating underway throughout the Wilmington region. Boating safety is overseen by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, but it remains a dangerous activity. Read the rest »
Boating Can Go Horribly Wrong with Alcohol
Boating accidents involve alcohol approximately 50% of the time. From the Cape Fear coast to Lake Norman, boats can be equally as dangerous as a car when being operated by a drunk driver. Those who operate a boat under the influence may be subjected to a federal-level offense. Convictions can result in criminal penalties as large as $5,000, along with a potentially lengthy period of incarceration. Read the rest »
Is the Parasailing Company Responsible for My Injuries?
Parasailing is a sport enjoyed by approximately three to five million people in the United States every year; and North Carolina is one of the most popular places to enjoy it. However, parasailing can be very dangerous and—perhaps making it even more so—highly unregulated. Because of these two facts, when people are injured in a parasailing accident, they’re often left wondering whether the parasailing company can be held responsible. Read the rest »
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