You planned the perfect day out on the water. You bought the food and drinks, invited your friends and brought plenty of suntan lotion. Then the unthinkable happens. You crash into another boat or slam into the docks, and someone gets injured. According to the...

Spending time on the open water can be fun and exciting. However, it can also end badly if you are not careful about what you are doing. While you may enjoy spending time boating and think of it as an enjoyable recreational activity, it is important to also take it...

Numbers released by the U.S. Coast Guard show a dramatic increase in the rate of deaths arising from recreational boating accidents. According to the report, there were 767 recreational boating fatalities in 2020, marking a 25.1 percent increase from the previous...

Recreational boating is different from other outdoor activities. There is something exhilarating about being out on the open water with people you enjoy. The sun on the water, the freedom to go anywhere and good company can all lead to a very enjoyable day. People...

Taking a boat trip is a great way to enjoy yourself on a spring or summer day. Usually, boating trips will be safe, comfortable and enjoyable: You'll be provided with a well-functioning boat and a competent driver, as well as adequate safety equipment such as life...

Oil spills, explosions and other extraction-related incidents often dominate public awareness about the safety risks to oil and gas workers at offshore extraction facilities. Oil rigs come with all kinds of unique issues for visitors and residents. There is the...

When you rent a boat, you’re doing so under the assumption that the renter has taken care of the boat’s maintenance and has done their due diligence in keeping the vessel safe. Whether you rent a sailboat, canoe, pontoon or other kind of vessel, if anything goes wrong...