Boating Accident

The stakes are just too high to discuss a matter like this online. Call an attorney, immediately.
 
I agree with SLW, hire an attorney. Technically speaking, the owner is the one typically responsible.
 
Can I pre-order my popcorn for this one?
 
well, you let an underage, inexperienced child use your vessel, unfortunately it doens't get more responsible than that. EXCEPT for the parents obviously who shoudl have known better as well but could claim they didn't know the rules...you as a boat owner on the other hand shoudl have known.

glad the child was ok, you need an attorney unless the other side agrees to let you pay for the damage and not drag this on to court...
 
Unfortunately, regardless of their experience, you still own the vessel involved. Take the advice above and get with an attorney ASAP.
 
Man, you worried about paying to repair a boat???!! You got off lucky!!! What if that 12 yr old killed somebody?? Why on earth would you let a 12 yr old drive your PWC?? Legal or not, thats awfully young IMO.
 
As noted - meet with an attorney.

Max - is the popcorn here yet?
 
You'll be lucky if the parents don't sue you also for their own stupidity.
Greg
 
Interesting first post...

Your insurance company should provide you with legal representation.
 
Get a lawyer, not all sharks are in the water. And be happy the kid wasn't injured or killed.
 
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Originally posted by In the know

As noted - meet with an attorney.

Max - is the popcorn here yet?

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The stand is open, did you want butter with that?

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I'll take mine with that "butter flavored" grease some lawyer says you can call butter.
 
Is this a one-post wonder? Someone writing a magazine article?

I think I'd like to sue you as well for letting an inexperienced kid out on the water...I'm thankful he/she didn't hit my boat or run over my swimming kids.

Call your insurance company.

One day, my wife's sister showed up with her hubby and three kids. We had told them to bring PFDs but they "forgot". I had no choice but to call off the trip and my BIL said he'd take responsibility...blah blah blah. I just laughed and said "yeah right, that'd hold up in a court of law...besides it's foolish". Luckily a boat neighbor overheard and gave us extra PFDs (proably to get us off the dock so he can get back to peace and quiet).

You are ultimitely responsible, no excuses. What did your insurance company say? If they feel the parents are responsible, they can settle the claim then go after the parents.
 
I think legally you are responsible, but his parents were there and should pay you back, what is right is right. I sure wish people wouldn't rush to get an attorney the cost of repairing the boat will likely be nothing compared to the legal thief fees.
Inexperience is not reason to be found at fault for a wreck, somebody broke the rules they are at fault who ever they are.
 
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Originally posted by BeachChick420

Yes, most interesting first post.

The child was deemed D.O.A. when the paramedics got to the scene. The boat was driving at an excessive speed and too close to the shoreline (about 3 meters from the shore). He was revived by an off-duty police officer and was in a coma for about a week. He had a few problems with his eyes and memory, but is recovering well and completely. The boat driver refused a breathalizer at the scene and we are still waiting "pending charges" from the DA's office about the blood alcohol level.

But, the accident report still says the boy was at fault, but could be amended when the blood test comes in...

Ahhhh...my saga continues into the new year...

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Aw hell...that's a bit of info you could have passed on the FIRST post. Now there's personal injury involved, BUI AND property damage.

This is NOT the place for a quick answer...
 
I smell post fraud. What was the boy's BAC?
 
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