At Carter Cullen, our boat accident attorneys in Las Vegas, NV<\/a>\u00a0have represented scores of individuals who were so shaken by their boat accident experiences they had no idea what to do next, who to contact, or how to get help. It\u2019s a terrifying occurrence and thoughts of being stranded on the water can lead to a sense of confusion and panic.<\/p>\n Whether you are the boat\u2019s captain, a passenger, or a witness to an accident that caused an injury, the steps you take after maybe some of the most important you choose all summer.<\/p>\n While Las Vegas, NV is known for much more than its waterway entertainment, the lakes and rivers near our city have developed an exciting\u00a0reputation<\/a>\u00a0of their own.<\/p>\n According to the\u00a0Nevada Department of Wildlife<\/a>, one of our more famed waterways is\u00a0Lake Mead<\/a>, who plays host over seven million visitors each year. Unfortunately, its popularity also lends itself to boating dangers. Over the past decade, 275 people lost their lives at the 1.5 million-acre park east of Las Vegas, Nevada.<\/p>\n Of that number:<\/strong><\/p>\n El\u00a0U.S. Coast Guard<\/a>\u00a0reported in their\u00a02017 boating accident statistics<\/a>, that the most common occurrences include:<\/strong><\/p>\n Accidents occur on our waterways often and when they do, minutes of action or inaction can make the difference in the injured party\u2019s condition and their future wellness.<\/p>\n If you are ever involved in a boating accident, follow these five tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n Tip 1: Call for help right away!<\/strong><\/p>\n Whether you are the boat\u2019s operator or passenger, do not allow the negligent person or party who caused your accident to convince you to wait to get help. If you have your cellphone on board, call 911. They will put you in touch with the\u00a0U.S. National Park Service<\/a>\u00a0who will dispatch the nearest Park Ranger or Conservation Office to your accident location.<\/p>\n Tip 2: Record the details of the accident.<\/strong><\/p>\n If you are safe and able to record the names and contact information of the individuals or other watercraft involved in the accident, do so. Include additional contact information for witnesses, if any were at the scene at the time of the accident.<\/p>\n Tip 3: Use your cellphone to record the scene where the accident occurred.<\/strong><\/p>\n If you can record the accident site with the video capability on your cellphone, do so. Take pictures of any damage to the boat and its causes where the video isn\u2019t the best option. The more information you have from the accident scene, the better.<\/p>\n Tip 4: Seek medical care as soon as possible.<\/strong><\/p>\n Accidents on the water are terrifying, and the adrenaline anyone in an accident experience can cloud their judgment. Do not assume you are okay. Do not assume your passengers are okay. Injuries after an accident are easily masked and should be thoroughly investigated by a physician so you are aware of the extent of your \u2013 or your passengers\u2019 \u2013 injuries.<\/p>\n Tip 5: Call our boating accident attorneys at Carter Cullen.<\/strong><\/p>\n Boating accidents are extremely complex, and the liability factors are not easily determined without the help of an attorney. Depending on the circumstances, the boat owner, owners\u2019 or passengers\u2019 insurance companies are going to immediately respond by rejecting fault and dismissing any claims against their clients.<\/p>\n Our experienced\u00a0Las Vegas boat accident attorneys<\/a>\u00a0will not allow you to be intimidated by the negligent party that caused your accident, or their insurance and legal representatives. If you have been involved in a boating accident in any capacity in\u00a0Clark County<\/a>,\u00a0Nevada<\/a>, contact us right away.<\/p>\n Time is of the essence after a boating accident in Las Vegas, NV and the dedicated\u00a0personal injury attorneys<\/a> en Carter Cullen\u00a0can lead you through the legal process, so you can focus on your injuries by calling<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0702.800.0000<\/a>\u00a0now to schedule a free consultation.<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Quick Legal Tips: What to Do If You Are Involved in a Boating Accident At Carter Cullen, our boat accident attorneys in Las Vegas, NV\u00a0have represented scores of individuals who were so shaken by their boat accident experiences they had no idea what to do next, who to contact, or how to get help. 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