Mount Pleasant Personal Injury Blog

Parasailing is a common tourist activity, and it's one that can be a lot of fun. Unfortunately, there is a dark side to parasailing, and that is that there is a large risk of serious injuries.

Many accidents occur because of problems with the towline. This is one of the first things you should ask to see if you're going to go parasailing. The towline should be rated for the correct strength. You should make sure that the line has not been worn out by overuse or exposure to the elements. You should also look for knots and overloading to reduce the risk of being in the air when that line snaps.

The coastal areas of South Carolina have mild winters with daytime temperatures averaging about 60 degrees. This means boat enthusiasts can still enjoy our navigable waters.

Of course, a boating accident is never enjoyable, especially one that results in injuries. Boaters need to practice safety at all times, but if an accident occurs, what are the next steps?

Myrtle Beach and other places along South Carolina’s hundreds of miles of oceanfront offer a tremendous opportunity for paddle sports enthusiasts to get their fix. If you do not own a kayak or paddleboard, you may decide to rent one from the many outfitters in the region. 

Before renting a kayak, paddleboard or another type of personal watercraft, you must think about your safety. After all, the number of paddle sports fatalities nationwide has climbed significantly in recent years. Here are some tips for ensuring you have a safe rental experience: 

Millions of people go parasailing each year. Out of that number, a significant percentage ends up sustaining injuries from the fun-filled activity. One South Carolina parasailing company recently received orders to stop operating due to an excessive number of customers sustaining injuries. 

People can fracture bones and even lose limbs from improperly operating parasailing equipment. However, after people sustain injuries, they believe they have no recourse because they had to sign paperwork that exempted the parasailing agency from any liability. Although these forms may seem ironclad, they cannot protect against everything. The company still needs to abide by premises liability and product liability laws. It is possible to try to receive compensation for your injuries by filing a lawsuit against the proper party.