Portland Boating Accident Lawyer

Skilled Boating Accident Attorneys Serving Portland, OR

Were you or a loved one recently injured in a boating accident? Regardless of if the accident happened on a recreational boat, commercial vessel, jet ski, or another water vessel, it may be in your best interest to talk to a Portland personal injury attorney. The attorneys at Dawson Law Group understand the various legal issues surrounding boat accident claims in Portland and can help give you the guidance and advice you need to successfully win reimbursement for your medical damages and other losses. If you would like to talk to a boating accident lawyer in Portland, give Dawson Law Group a call today for a free and confidential phone consultation.

We take our cases on a contingent basis, meaning that our lawyers’ fees are taken out of your judgment or settlement. This means until we help you win your claim, you will not owe a single dollar in attorney fees. (Learn more about Contingent Fees for a boating accident lawyer in Portland.)

How Can a Lawyer Help?

A boating accident lawyer in Portland will help you to file, pursue, and litigate your personal injury claim. Retaining an attorney takes much of the stress and uncertainty out of the situation; while you focus on recovering from your injuries, your boating accident lawyer in Portland can handle everything else for you, from determining the amount of compensation you should file for, determining the party or parties that should be held liable for your injuries, and helping to choose the jurisdiction that will favor your claim the most. A boating accident lawyer in Portland will launch an investigation into your accident that seeks to uncover information and build the strongest personal injury claim possible.

Boating Accident Compensation

If your personal injury claim is successful, you will be entitled to compensation for the following damages.

Medical Expenses: Injuries sustained in boating accidents often require extensive medical treatment. Compensation may cover past and future medical bills, rehab, transportation to medical treatment, medical equipment (walkers, canes, wheelchairs, etc.) and other expenses.
Lost Wages and Earning Capacity: Boating accident injuries often cause victims to miss work. You may be able to collect compensation to recover the amount you would have made had you not been injured. In severe cases, boating accidents can leave victims permanently unable to work, or to be limited in their ability to work as a result of their injuries. In many cases such as these, a boating accident lawyer in Portland will help you pursue compensation for future lost wages.
Pain and Suffering: Money will not help you and your family’s death with the mental and emotional anguish surrounding the accident, but it can pay for therapy and ease financial worries, which can go a long way in the recovery process.

Portland Negligence Claims

Most of the personal injury claims that a boating accident lawyer in Portland will file are brought under the theory of negligence. For your claim to be successful, your Portland personal injury attorney will have to prove:

Another party owed you some duty of care
The duty of care was breached (whether by action or omission)
An injury was sustained
The breach was the direct cause of your injury.

Here are some common breaches of duty that have led to boating accidents in Portland:

Boating in inclement weather or hazardous waters
Inexperienced or untrained operators
Boating with insufficient or non-existent navigation lights
Overcrowding/overloading the boat
Failing to pay attention to surroundings (includes swimmers and other boaters)
Operating a boat while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Defective machinery or equipment
Failing to carry proper safety equipment

Frequently Asked Questions About Boating Accidents in Portland

When do I need to file a boating accident report in Oregon?

In Oregon, you're required to file a Marine Board accident report if the accident resulted in:

Injury or disappearance of a person (within 48 hours),
Or property damage over $2,000 (within 10 days)

What causes boating accidents in Portland?

Boating accidents often result from operator inexperience, inattention, speeding, alcohol use, improper lookout, hazardous weather, or equipment failure.

What types of compensation can I get after a boating accident?

Victims may be able to recover damages including:

Medical expenses (past and future),
Lost income and reduced earning capacity,
Property damage,
Pain and suffering, even punitive damages in severe cases

How long do I have to file a boating accident lawsuit in Oregon?

You typically have two years from the accident date to file a personal injury complaint in Oregon state court. Missing this deadline usually bars your claim

Client Reviews

Below is what some of our past clients have said about their experience working with Dawson Law Group:

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donna beierle

04:16 28 Apr 25

Very happy with Bryan and his team (Michelle and Michael) all were great to work with and communicate with. Expectations were definitely exceeded and if anyone is looking for the best team to represent you..look no further than Bryan and his team.

Don Pierik

21:52 18 Apr 25

NO JOKE
Brian is the antithesis of every great lawyer joke I've ever heard. A brilliant keen and thorough mind in service of a giving heart and spirit.
As a small contractor we faced 3 years of frivolous legal attacks and stress. A disappointing reward for helping a homeless former tradesman. No fun having the sheriff knocking at the door with a deposition!
Brian calmly and steadily defended every desperate appeal looking to shake both us and the insurance company down.
I recommend him without reservation.
Don

Mitch Besser

19:07 21 Mar 25

Bryan helped me with injuries I received to my shoulder. He patiently and thoroughly explained everything along the way and negotiated a fair settlement without the stress of going court. Bryan made a stressful accident easier and did so with integrity. I have and will continue to recommend him to my friends if they are ever in an accident.

Audrey Duval

19:04 21 Mar 25

Bryan is very knowledgeable , and I was impressed with the timely response and information he provided in regards to my legal questions. He was very helpful to work with.

Galadriel Mozee

20:30 27 Feb 25

When my husband was struck by an intoxicated driver and killed in December of 2023 I was completely lost for how to proceed with handling his estate and wrongful death claim. Luckily I found Ben Larson of Dawson Law Group. Ben has been a consistent point of clarity and compassion through one of the most difficult times of my life. Ben and his colleagues have tirelessly explained the process over and over at each step as grief has made my brain akin to Swiss cheese. I never felt patronized or like a burden. Ben responds personally and quickly to questions and concerns. He is able to be kind and honest even when the news isn’t great. This made it easier to accept what had happened and find my way forward. There was no gatekeeping of info or false promises. If you need an attorney with a big heart and the patience to match, I 100% recommend Ben Larson and Dawson Law Group.

Branimir Pejcinovic

18:28 24 Feb 25

Gretchen Mandekor

21:43 05 Feb 25

Bryan is a brilliant attorney with common sense and excellent people skills, a rare combination. He is down to earth and kind, yet an experienced trial attorney who is feared because he has expertise both defending and on the plaintiff's side. I have been up against him as an adversary and I have seen him in action serving as a mediator and arbitrator. He is a skilled, formidable advocate for his clients, and highly respected in the legal community.

Kathy Welding

02:30 17 Jan 25

I cannot say enough good things about Ben and what an amazing attorney he is with his thoughtful approach to helping our family. He went above and beyond what we had expected. I would refer any of my family and friends to this group. If you get Ben, you are lucky.
Integrity, compassion, professional and always thinking!
When you need an attorney, you already feel vulnerable but he took such good care of our son. Grateful to have had him on our side.

Blake Welding

22:33 14 Jan 25

Ben Larson was amazing and helped me right when I needed him most. I was fighting a case for years and he came in like an angel in the sky and settled it with in a couple days. If I have any further cases I will be coming straight to him. Thank you for everything

Matti Perry

04:55 21 Dec 24

Bryan Dawson and his firm are very professional and at the same time very personable. This was my first car accident I had ever been in and I was very relieved to have their support in navigating my case since I had no clue where to start. Everyone was very helpful and kind in answering any questions I had. I highly recommend them.

Lucinda Whitacre

01:05 03 Dec 24

Bryan Dawson is absolutely the BEST! He was so easy to talk to, responsive, knowledgeable, helpful. I sent him more than one panic email and he was so kind and very patient. After having my whole families insurance with State Farm (cars and home) for the last 20 years, they fought me tooth and nail to not help me, when I was rear ended by a fast moving car. and sustained multiple injuries. This is not the old State Farm that is "like a good neighbor". Even after the driver of the other car admitted they were at fault, State Farm tried not to pay for almost 2 years.
The case was difficult. Most attorneys, in the category, look for the easy payout cases. Bryan still took this on. He and his wonderful staff, Michelle and Michael, took great care of me until the very end. I appreciate you, Bryan Dawson! You are definitely my hero!

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Contact Our Portland Boat Accident Lawyer Right Away

If you or a loved one has recently been injured in a boating accident, we would urge you to call Dawson Law Group today at 503-656-0400 for a free case evaluation. A boating accident lawyer in Portland would be glad to get to know you, listen to your side of the story, evaluate your claim, help you understand your legal options, and answer any further questions you might have. Get answers today- let our Portland personal injury attorneys fight for you!