If you were in a boat collision; how do you prove that it wasn't your fault? How do you prove the other boater was the cause of a boat collision. The Rules of the Road are used to determine fault in boat collision accidents.

How do you prove who caused a boat collision accident?

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Rules of the Road: How to determine who was at fault in a boat collision

Rules of the road, is a term used for regulations that govern the conduct of boats in relation to each other. The purpose of Rules of the Road is to prevent vessel collisions. Think of navigational rules as a set of rules, much like the "rules of the road" apply to car drivers.

There are two sets of navigation rules: inland and international. International navigation rules are standardized all over the world, allowing boats from different countries to follow the same rules when they meet. Inland navigational rules can vary from region to region. Nautical charts typically include a demarcation line which shows when the nav rules transition from inland to international, so that boaters can be aware of changing standards of navigation. In general, these demarcation lines follow the coastline and cross inlets and bays. On the seaward side of the demarcation lines, international rules apply.

Understanding navigational rules or Colregs (Collision Regulations) and knowing which is the stand-on boat or which is the give-way boat, is essential to determining which boat was the cause of a collision.

There are various rules that apply to specific situations. Here are some examples:

Rule 5 Look out
Rule 6 Safe Speed
Rule 7 Risk of Collision
Rule 8 Action to Avoid Collision
Rule 9 Narrow Channels
Rule 14 Head-On Situation
Rule 15 Crossing Situation


Many States, have navigational rules. For example, California Harbors and Navigation Code and Arizona Revised Statutes. However, like poker, the Federal Rules of the Road / Nav Rules trump the State rules.

The Turley Law Firm understands that you have questions about your rights and safety, and are probably concerned what might happen to you if were involved in a boat accident. We are committed to fighting to get you the justice you deserve, and maybe help you regain your peace of mind in the process. Contact The Turley Law Firm today to discuss your case with a California boat accident attorney.




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