Anchorage Recreational Boating Accident Attorneys Pursue Justice for Victims
Alaska Lawyers Help Clients Injured on the Water
The Anchorage personal injury attorneys at Phillip Paul Weidner and Associates A Professional Corporation help those who have been hurt in boating or fishing accidents. Boating accidents cause about 600 deaths per year throughout the United States. There are many people injured each year on the waters of Alaska. Our attorneys work to get justice for those who have been hurt due to the negligence of another boater.
Helping Those Hurt on Boats or Personal Watercraft
Boats and personal watercraft such as water scooters can be fun when used safely. Unfortunately, sometimes they are involved in accidents due to negligence, the use of alcohol or weather conditions. When riders or passengers are involved in an accident, they face many dangers. They may fall without leaving the vessel they are riding. This can cause head injuries such as concussions as well as broken bones and lost teeth. Riders can also be crushed between two vessels or between a vessel and some other object. There is also a danger of drowning, especially in cases where the rider has been knocked unconscious. Our attorneys help victims of recreational boating accidents in the Anchorage area get compensation for their injuries.
Understanding Alaska Boat Safety
Safety gear and procedures are essential for any activity involving the water. From the most experienced fisherman to a vacationer riding a personal watercraft for the first time, anyone can find themselves in dangerous conditions on the water. It is important to always carry Coast Guard approved flotation devices for each person onboard the boat or watercraft. Larger vessels have more equipment requirements. Boaters and PWC riders should always take safety classes. These classes are required in some states for adults and in nearly all states for minors. It is important to never mix alcohol with boating. Alcohol slows a boat operator’s reaction time and leads to accidents. If you have been hurt by a negligent or drunk boater, we can help.
Causes of Boat Wrecks
Boat wrecks are typically caused by weather conditions or human error. Properly trained boaters understand how to safely navigate in all situations, even when there is limited visibility or no visibility due to inclement weather. Following proper procedures for encountering and passing other vessels is essential for preventing crashes. When someone operates a vessel improperly and causes you to suffer an injury, we fight to get you justice.
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a boating accident, call us today. At Phillip Paul Weidner and Associates A Professional Corporation , we provide experienced and skilled help to injured boaters.
Call us at (907) 312-2292 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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SANDERS V. UNITED AIRLINES, ET AL.
A catastrophic personal injury case where Mr. Sanders was injured in a nighttime accident with an unlit United baggage cart on a public road at Anchorage International Airport, involving expert issues of accident reconstruction, lighting, speed and discretionary/sovereign immunity before the Alaska Superior Court and the Alaska Supreme Court. The case settled for over $5 million.
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KOENEN ET AL. V. FS AIR
A personal injury/aviation case which involved pilot error on landing. The case settled for over $1 million.
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Estate of McLaughlin et al. v. Teledyne Industries, Inc., D/B/A Teledyne Continental Motors and the Cessna Aircraft Company
A products liability case involving the crash of a Cessna 206 in Anchorage, while it was carrying a number of tourists on a flight seeing tour and experienced engine failure on take off, coupled with pilot error, causing the tragedy.
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ESTATE OF SCHMITT AND ESTATE OF MILLER, ET AL. V. ROCKY MOUNTAIN HELICOPTERS, ET AL.
Multi-million dollar settlement for two estates, and survivors of two loggers in helicopter crash litigation after three weeks of trial in Federal Court involving complex aerodynamic issues as to the cause of crash and complex workers compensation/workers compensation bar issue and bankruptcy litigation in Utah Federal Court
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"Philip and his team represented me through the arduous litigation process"Philip and his team represented me through the arduous litigation process, and fought for me, yielding outcomes that have benefited me decades into the future. His office continues to be supportive, caring, personal, and efficient; thank you for changing m- Former Client
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"This man got me through a most difficult time in life. I will always be in his debt."Phillip Weidner is the most principled attorney I have ever hired. I dare say most attorneys would have encouraged me to cut a deal but for Phillip it wasn’t about what was best for his firm, it was about what was the best deal he could negotiate for- Former Client
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"Plus Plus Plus lawyer with full knowledge of the law and will find the truth and master the facts"The end result was a confidential settlement and I cannot fully express my admiration and respect for them and my gratitude for what they did for me. Now, me and my girls, will live a very comfortable life thanks to them- Former Client
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"If you need a hard-working advocate, you would be well-served to consider this firm."I am incredibly pleased with the services provided by Weidner and Associates- Former Client
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"Monumental and Brilliant"Not only have they helped give me a new life and freedom, they have also given immense happiness to my extended family and friends. Their work will also give hope to others who can now refer to it in their efforts to obtain their own freedom.- Former Client
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"Determination, Dedication and Endurance"A very big reason I was able to endure such a nightmare, was knowing and watching Phil’s determination, dedication and endurance. He is truly a brilliant man. The last 30 years, not a day has passed I don’t thank God for putting him in my life.- Former Client
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"Incredible Fighters for People’s Rights"The end result was a confidential settlement and I cannot fully express my admiration and respect for them and my gratitude for what they did for me. Now, me and my girls, will live a very comfortable life thanks to them!- Former Client
Why Choose Weidner Rosano?
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Mr. Weidner Utilizes His Training as an Engineer at MIT to Help Make the Case for His Clients
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Access to Numerous Investigators & Experts to Help With Your Case
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Millions of Dollars in Successful Verdicts & Settlements for Injured Clients
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Over 40 Years of Experience Serving the Clients Throughout Alaska