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Keep Children Safe While Boating

Are you looking for a way to keep your children safe while boating? The answer is simple: never mix alchol with your boating trips.

Although it may sound like fun to enjoy a few alcoholic beverages when out on the water, the reality is that drunk boating makes you more susceptible to operator error. In other words, boating under the influence puts you and everyone on your boat at risk.

Consider these alarming facts:

• Alcohol is the main contributing factor in 21% of deaths occuring in boating accidents - making it the leading cause of boating accident fatalities
  
• Researchers have found that boaters with a blood alcohol content of 0.05 are four times more likely to die in boating accidents than those who are sober
  
• Individuals who have been drinking are more likely to suffer from hypothermia if they are thrown into the water during an accident
  
  

The bottom line? Drinking and boating don't mix. So, have a good time with your family while staying safe by leaving the alcohol at home.

If you or your loved one has been injured in a boating or Jet Ski accident you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately to learn about your rights and determine liability. When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you've obtained, and do you have experience with jet ski and boating accidents?

The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers win your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case - 1-888-234-5758.

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