Chesapeake Beach, MD (August 21, 2023) – A boat crash was reported in the Chesapeake Beach area that left one person injured while claiming one person’s life. The crash was reported just before 9:45 p.m. on August 19.
According to reports provided by the Calvert dive team, two boats were involved in a collision on Chesapeake Bay in the area near Breezy Point. The incident involved a total of six people, some of whom were injured.
Authorities were requested at this, prompting the response of the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department and EMS.
One person suffered injuries that required further medical attention and was transported to Capital Regional Trauma Center for emergency care.
One victim was fatally injured and pronounced deceased at the scene.
At this time, investigations surrounding the crash are underway.
We hope the injured victims recover quickly.
Our condolences go out to the family of the victim who died in this crash.
Fatal Boat Accidents in Maryland
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Fatal boat accidents take the lives of hundreds of people across the United States every year. Given our state’s close proximity to major bodies of water, it is no surprise that we continue to see innocent people die as a result of these accidents. Fatal boat accidents often involve some form of negligence.
Common factors in these accidents include driver inexperience, distractions, and reckless driving behaviors.
After losing a loved one in a fatal boat accident, your family may have legal options that can help you move forward. Pursuing a wrongful death claim can help to ensure that your family is able to recover financial compensation for some of the losses that you face. Some of the damages you can recover following a fatal boat accident include compensation for lost earning capacity, funeral and burial expenses, and even the loss of services.
Seeking guidance from a Maryland wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible can provide your family with the best chance of maximizing your recovery.
Your attorney will be able to investigate the accident for you. They will review various pieces of evidence and information surrounding the accident to determine what caused it to occur. They will determine if any active negligence contributed to the accident and work with experts who can prove the damages that you have suffered.
Losing a loved one in a motor vehicle accident can be emotionally and financially devastating. If this has happened to you or someone close to you, our Maryland personal injury law firm is available 24/7 to provide legal assistance and guidance through the entire process.
Our boat accident attorneys at Meyers, Rodbell & Rosenbaum, P.A. are available to help protect your legal rights and ensure justice is served. Our team will work tirelessly on your behalf by gathering evidence in support of your claim and building the strongest case possible so that you have all the tools necessary to get justice for your loved one who was tragically taken too soon. Contact our Maryland personal injury law firm today at 301-699-5800 or toll-free at 877-677-1576 for a free case evaluation today.
Note: This article was written utilizing a variety of outside resources, such as news reports and eyewitness testimony. Our writing team has not independently verified any of the information regarding this accident. If you locate any information about this accident that is not correct, please contact Meyers, Rodbell, & Rosenbaum. PA right away so that we can correct the inaccuracies and update the post with the correct information.
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