Mechanical & Equipment Failure

Boats are complex machines comprising many systems that are all required to operate correctly at the same time to prevent breakdowns and equipment failure. The most experienced boat operators are still not completely in control of their complex machines. Mechanical failures are a common factor in boating accidents and most can be attributed to normal wear, lack of proper boat maintenance or defective parts and design flaws. In 2008, the US Coast Guard reported that machinery or equipment failure was the primary contributing factor in 430 boat accidents resulting in 39 fatalities and 160 injuries.

Common machinery and equipment failures that cause boat accidents include:

* Electrical failure
* Engine failure
* Fuel system failure
* Auxiliary equipment failure

Boat manufacturers build millions of watercrafts every year. Each company has different safety and quality procedures to assure their boats meet expectations. Sometimes, bad parts slip through and can cause serious problems for boat operators. A defective part that affects steering or braking could cause a catastrophic accident that results in personal injury or death.

At Tabor Law, we are experienced personal injury attorneys who have assisted numerous families recover compensation in injury and wrongful death cases. Tabor will investigate the cause of your accident, as well as acquire expert evaluations and police reports. Consider Tabor Law during this life changing moment, consider Tabor for your life changing case.