If someone loses their life due to a preventable accident that was someone else’s fault or another party’s intentional act in Georgia, surviving family members could seek compensation through a wrongful death claim. Georgia’s wrongful death law establishes the legal requirements for bringing a wrongful death claim in Georgia, including…
Families from across the southeast look forward to spending time on Georgia’s lakes and coastline each summer. Fishing, sailing, water skiing, and cruising are just some of the activities enjoyed on Georgia’s waterways. However, sometimes those activities end with an injury to one or more people through no fault of…
Our firm recently settled a boating accident case for $3.97 million, the full insurance policy limits. Our client initially worked with two other law firms but after eighteen months, was told by those law firms that they could not help her. In April 2021, she found us. By August 2021,…
More than a hundred boating accidents happen in Georgia every year, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Of those accidents, about ten percent result in fatalities. However, even a nonfatal boating accident can have serious repercussions for those involved, including severe injuries and costly medical bills. At the Butler Kahn, we…
If you were severely injured in a boat or jet ski accident in Georgia, you might be struggling under the weight of mounting medical bills and other unforeseen expenses. You also might be financially strapped due to time missed from work due to treatment and recovery. The at-fault party may…
Tilly Roache, 4, from London, Died After Pontoon Boat Overturned In Lake Oconee Over Fourth of July Weekend LAKE OCONEE, GEORGIA (July 17, 2025) – A 4-year-old girl identified as Tilly Roache has tragically died in a Lake Oconee, Georgia, boat accident as she and her family were celebrating the Fourth…
Watch Matt Kahn’s News Interview On Atlanta News First ATLANTA, GEORGIA (May 27, 2025) – Georgia officials are urging state residents to be safe in the water this Memorial Day weekend. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division estimates that there were over 137 boating accidents in the last…
Boating is a popular activity in Georgia, offering countless opportunities for recreation and relaxation across its numerous lakes and rivers. However, accidents can and do happen, sometimes leading to serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a boating accident, understanding your rights and knowing the steps to take is critical….
Winter boating in Georgia can be a uniquely enjoyable experience. The cooler temperatures and quieter waterways often create serene and peaceful excursions. Whether you’re fishing, exploring, or simply enjoying the views, winter offers its own charm. However, it’s also a time when extra caution is essential. Colder weather and seasonal…
Catastrophic Sapelo Island Ferry Dock Collapse Took Place During Celebration of Gullah-Geechee Community of Black Slave Descendants MCINTOSH COUNTY, GEORGIA (October 21, 2024) – At least seven people have tragically died after part of a Sapelo Island ferry boat dock collapsed and sent 20 people into Atlantic waters. McIntosh County officials are saying that the…
