A tragic accident on January 4 resulted in the first boating fatality of 2011 in Maryland, according to The Baltimore Sun.
A 59-year-old man from Dorchester was working near Goose Creek and Fishing Bay, power dredging for oysters. He emptied the dredge and it did not drop back into the water, instead swinging towards the deck and striking him. He was knocked overboard.
Another man was onboard, but did not know how the boat operated, and called for help on the radio. He waved down two men working nearby, who pulled the unconscious man out of the water. By the time he was removed from the water, he had been in the water for about 10 to 15 minutes without a life jacket. Rescuers attempted CPR, but the man was pronounced dead at the hospital.
This Maryland boating accident fatality could have been prevented. One of the major causes of boating accidents in Maryland is a lack of boating experience. In this situation, the driver was an experienced boater, but his helper lacked any knowledge of the boat. Being out on the water with only an inexperienced mate can be dangerous. In addition, the man’s equipment failed. If a defect in the equipment led to the man’s death, the equipment’s manufacturer could be held liable in a wrongful death accident.
If you have been injured in a boating accident due to the negligence of another, you may be eligible to receive compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and more. Call the Maryland personal injury attorneys at Alpert Schreyer, LLC to schedule a free and confidential evaluation of your case. Our personal injury lawyers stand ready to help you. Call us today at 301-932-9777.
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