In Florida boating is a popular pass time and activity, and it can be fun for families. However, water safety when boating is extremely important to remember especially when boating with children. A cause of action for an injury resulting from a child being injured from a watercraft may be initiated against any person in charge or in control of a vessel who authorizes or knowingly permits the vessel to be operated by any person who, by reason of physical or mental disability, is incapable of operating such vessel under the prevailing circumstances. For instance, it is a misdemeanor of the second degree for the owner of any watercraft or any person having charge over or control of a personal watercraft to authorize or knowingly permit the same to be operated by a person under 14 years of age. It is also a second degree misdemeanor for the owner of any leased, hired, or rented personal watercraft, or any person having charge over or control of a such a watercraft, to authorize or knowingly permit the watercraft to be operated by any person who has not received instruction in the safe handling of a watercraft. Additionally, such a person may be held liable for negligent entrustment if a child is injured as a result of his or her negligence. Moreover, a vessel owner may be liable for damages in tort for the negligent entrustment of a vessel to an unqualified operator, such as a person who is visibly drunk.

If your child is injured by a water craft or boat due to the negligence of another, you should consult with an experienced West Palm Beach child injury lawyer. The experienced and knowledgeable Florida Child Injury Lawyers of Sharmin & Sharmin P.A. will fight to recover for the injured child the compensation and justice he or she deserves. Our experienced team of lawyers and staff will use their skills and knowledge to give your family justice and peace of mind. You need an experienced West Palm Beach child injury lawyer. Call Sharmin & Sharmin P.A. at 1-800-74-TRIAL.