With Jacksonville’s rivers, lakes, and coastline, boating is part of life in Northeast Florida. Unfortunately, when boat operators act recklessly, negligently, or while impaired, the consequences can be devastating.
Boating accidents often lead to serious injuries, expensive medical bills, and complicated insurance claims. To make matters worse, boating laws are complex, and insurers often try to shift blame to reduce payouts.
At Von Roenn Law, you’ll work directly with attorney Zachary Von Roenn, who has been helping boating accident victims and their families across Jacksonville for over 20 years.
When you call, you don’t just get a law office with the resources to fight big insurance. You get an attorney who knows your name, knows your case, and knows what it takes to win.
Boating accidents are often caused by negligence or carelessness on the water. Common causes include:
If a negligent boat operator caused your injuries, we’ll fight to hold them fully accountable.
Boating accidents can lead to severe, sometimes life-threatening injuries, including:
These cases can be complex and often require significant resources for recovery. We make sure you’re covered — now and in the future.
Boating accident cases often involve unique laws and multiple insurance policies. Here’s how we help:
You may be entitled to compensation for:
Liability often falls on the operator of the vessel, but owners, rental companies, and manufacturers can also be held accountable depending on the circumstances.
Yes. Vessels must carry life jackets, fire extinguishers, lights, and other safety gear. Failing to do so can contribute to liability in an accident.
Seek medical attention, document the scene with photographs, report the accident to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) or Coast Guard, document injuries and damages, and contact a lawyer before speaking with insurers.
Yes. Operating a boat under the influence is illegal, and DUI-related boating accidents often allow victims to pursue punitive damages.
Yes. Boating accidents must be reported if they involve injuries, fatalities, disappearances, or significant property damage.
You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Coverage depends on the policy. We identify all available sources, including boat insurance, homeowners’ policies, and umbrella coverage, to maximize recovery.
There are no upfront fees. We work on a contingency basis, meaning we only get paid if we win your case.
Insurance companies fight hard to protect their profits — we fight harder to protect your future. Call or text now to put over 20 years of experience on your side.
