Visibility From The Helm
by Bob Swint
The typical recreational boater is more likely to have a collision with another vessel or a fixed object than any other type of boating accident. Collisions are the third most frequent cause of fatalities.
In order to avoid a collision, you have to be able to see out of your boat well enough to be able to make certain judgements…
Back to Basics – Accident Reconstruction
Accident reconstruction is the process of investigating, analyzing, and coming to conclusions on the causes and events that occurred during a collision.
Accident reconstructionists are a crucial part of a crash investigation. Their testimony allows the opinions of an individual who has specialized knowledge…
U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Safety Checks
Summer is almost here and we know what that means: time with family and friends on the water! Before you launch your boat, complete a Vessel Safety Check (VSC) with a US Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteer.
A VSC is performed at your boat, either at the dock or on your driveway, and only takes 15-30 minutes, depending on the size of your boat…
