Category: Boating Accident

21 Apr 2014 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Welcome to the Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath Blog

The Accidents Safe blog was set up to help keep our clients and the public informed of important safety information that potentially could effect their every day lives.  Auto recalls, defective tires, car seats and many other products or medications…
Two people riding a green and white jet ski, both wearing life vests, water spraying behind them, with a large ship in the background, text that reads: "TUG". common jet ski injuries
28 Apr 2025 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Common Jet Ski Injuries in Fort Lauderdale: What You Need to Know

Fort Lauderdale's waterways are busier than ever. Broward County consistently ranks among the top counties in Florida for boating accidents, with personal watercraft involved in a significant percentage of these incidents. Understanding the…
common boat injuries
12 Jun 2024 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

These are the most common boat injuries in Florida

Florida's extensive coastline and numerous waterways make it a prime location for boating enthusiasts. However, the popularity of boating also leads to a higher incidence of boating injuries. Understanding the types of common injuries can help…
cruise ship injuries
18 Mar 2024 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Navigating troubled waters: Cruise ship injuries are more common than you think

Embarking on a cruise from the sunny ports of Florida offers an escape into a world of sea breezes and endless horizons. Yet, amidst the allure of ocean adventures, the potential for cruise ship injuries lurks beneath the surface. Join our Florida…
03 Aug 2023 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath

Boating under the influence in Florida: Legal options for victims

With its hot temperatures and blue ocean water, Florida is an ideal place for boaters. Boasting over one million registered boats in the state, Florida has taken the title of “boating capital of the world.” As with all other motor vehicles,…
boat accident Florida
17 Jul 2018 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Florida is Again the State with Both the Largest Numbers of Boating Accidents and Boating Fatalities

In 2017, Florida was again the state with the highest number of both total boating accidents and boating fatalities in the country according to statistics compiled by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC).  Florida has…
29 Jan 2018 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Powerboat Carrying Owner of Speedboat Manufacturer Flips in Florida Keys, Killing One and Injuring Three

The owner of a Bristol, Rhode Island speedboat manufacturing company was fatally injured in one of his company's boats in the Florida Keys in early November.  Joseph Sgro, 63, the owner of Rhode Island-based speedboat manufacturer Outerlimits…
22 Jun 2016 by Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath
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Cruise Ship Accident

Sometimes when an accident occurs, everyone involved is just lucky. As luck would have it, that seems to have been the case when a Carnival cruise ship crashed into a dock recently, damaging a number of cars that were parked nearby. No one was…