{"id":292,"date":"2022-10-07T15:03:35","date_gmt":"2022-10-07T19:03:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/?p=292"},"modified":"2022-11-06T15:03:52","modified_gmt":"2022-11-06T20:03:52","slug":"statistics-show-dramatic-increase-in-miami-boat-accidents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/statistics-show-dramatic-increase-in-miami-boat-accidents\/","title":{"rendered":"Statistics Show Dramatic Increase in Miami Boat Accidents"},"content":{"rendered":"

With 1,350 miles of coastline between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, plus thousands of inland lakes, streams, and canals, it is no wonder boating is popular in Florida. The temperate climate allows enthusiasts to hit the water year-round, but the grim reality is that boat and marine accidents are a common threat. Unfortunately, statistics from the<\/span>\u00a0US Coast Guard<\/span><\/a>\u00a0reveal some disturbing trends. There were more than 4,400 boating accidents reported in 2021, claiming the lives of almost 660 victims and causing injuries to thousands of victims.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Though there are many specific causes behind marine accidents, they share a common element: These incidents are the result of negligence by boat operators. Fortunately, Florida personal injury laws apply, and they may provide you with remedies if you were hurt or lost a loved one. A<\/span>\u00a0Miami boat accident attorney<\/span><\/a>\u00a0will guide you through the legal process, though some additional data is informative.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additional Statistics on Marine Accidents<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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With 1,350 miles of coastline between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, plus thousands of inland lakes, streams, and canals, it is no wonder boating is popular in Florida. The temperate climate allows enthusiasts to hit the water year-round, but the grim reality is that boat and marine accidents are a common threat. 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