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Virginia Boat & Ferry Accident Attorneys

Were You Injured Aboard a Ferry or Tour Boat?

If you are a passenger aboard a pleasure boat, ferry, fishing charter, tour boat, or any other vessel like this, and you are injured as a result of the improper operation of the boat, a defective condition, defective equipment, improper seating or safety equipment, etc. you can bring a claim against the vessel owner for your injuries and damages, including payment of medical bills and expenses, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, disability, and other losses.

The Virginia boat and ferry injury attorneys at Kalfus & Nachman PC have successfully handled many cases where our clients were injured on pleasure boats, fishing charters, tour boats, and ferries.

Call us today at (855) 880-8163.

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our recent case results we mean business

Over a billion dollars recovered in settlements & Verdicts
  • $10.9 Million Traumatic Brain Injury

    Settlement for our 2-year-old client who suffered a skull fracture and traumatic brain injury due to a faulty hotel balcony railing

  • $10.5 Million Truck Accident

    Settlement for our client who suffered a traumatic brain injury from a truck accident

  • $7 Million Auto Accident

    Settlement for our client who suffered severe and permanent back & spinal cord injuries resulting in paralysis

  • $5.147 Million Truck Accident

    Settlement for our client who suffered a traumatic brain injury due to a tractor trailer accident

  • $2.15 Million Premises Liability

    Settlement for our client who sustained multiple severe orthopedic injuries due to a ruptured steel tank

Who Can Be Held Liable in a Boating Accident?

If you were injured as a passenger aboard a pleasure boat, tour boat, ferry, or a similar type of vessel, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. The question of liability will depend on what (or who) caused your boat accident. Many boat accidents occur because of:

  • Defective equipment
  • Improper safety equipment
  • Unsafe seating
  • A defective boat condition
  • Driver error

If your accident was caused by a boat driver’s negligence – for example, if they were operating the boat carelessly or driving under the influence – that driver should be held responsible. However, in other situations, maritime companies can be held responsible for defective boats or negligent safety standards. If the boat itself is defective in any way, fault may be traced back to the boat’s manufacturer, or the company that is responsible for the boat’s maintenance.

In the end, a thorough investigation of the boat accident is necessary in order to determine who can be held liable. Our experienced Roanoke boat accident attorneys at Kalfus & Nachman have experience fighting some of the biggest maritime companies in Virginia and North Carolina. We have the knowledge and the resources you need to secure fair compensation for your losses.

If you have been seriously injured in a boat accident, please contact Kalfus & Nachman today to schedule a free initial consultation. We represent clients throughout the Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Roanoke, Portsmouth, and Hampton areas of Virginia.

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A Powerful Team in Your Corner what sets us apart

  • Built to Battle

    We know how insurance companies try to limit claims — and after 45+ years, we know exactly how to stop them.

  • Serving Since 1979

    For over four decades, we've guided thousands of Virginia clients through complex legal challenges, earning trust through proven results.

  • Complete Legal Coverage

    Personal injury, workers' compensation, Social Security Disability — no matter your situation or location across Virginia, our team is here to provide comprehensive legal support.

  • Millions Recovered

    From a $10.9M TBI settlement to a $7.1M truck accident recovery — we've secured the financial support our clients need, and we're ready to fight for yours.

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