According to the United States Coast Guard's National Recreational Boating Safety Program Executive Summary, approximately 5000 recreational boating accidents occur annually causing over $50 million in damages. When the careless or drunken actions of others result in injuries on Kentucky waters, the Louisville trial attorneys at Bahe Cook Cantley and Jones PLC is ready to provide experienced and skillful representation.

Kentucky's lakes, rivers, and other waterways offer some of the most beautiful scenery and opportunity for enjoyment, recreation, and relaxation for fishers, skiers, sailors and other boaters. The types of boats range from smaller personal watercrafts, to ski boats and houseboats, and all the way up to pleasure cruisers like the Belle of Louisville. In addition to recreational boating, Kentucky's waterways serve as vital passageways for commercial vessels like barges.

Unfortunately, the careless and reckless conduct of others causes accidents resulting in serious injuries and damages. Many different laws exist to govern what happens on Kentucky waterways depending on where and how the accident occurs. Thus, boating accidents present complex questions that only experienced and skillful attorneys should attempt to handle.

Contact our office in Louisville, Kentucky to learn more, help protect your rights and schedule a free initial consultation and case evaluation.