Boating accident cases in Michigan are common occurrences during the summer months because of the extensive number of watercraft that exist upon our lakes and waterways.  Unlike automobile laws which require an extensive amount of training and testing for an individual to operate, the same is not true for watercraft. Therefore a large number of accidents often result in serious or fatal injuries.

There is generally no requirement for an adult to have any training or license in the state of Michigan to operate watercraft.  Further, with the creation and popularity of jet skis, jet boats, and wave runners over the past thirty years, our waterways are used more often in an aggressive manner.  Water activities should and can be fun, however if the wrong person is utilizing watercraft improperly, then a fun time can turn into a very serious, disastrous, or deadly situation in a matter of seconds.  James O. Elliott is an experienced boater. If you would like to discuss your case with him, please do not hesitate to call.

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