Injured on the water?
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Every day, we help hundreds of people across the UK claim the compensation they deserve after a boat accident. Claim on a No Win, No Fee1 basis. A success fee of 42% incl. VAT will be charged if your claim succeeds. If you cancel after the 14-day cooling-off period, your chosen solicitor may charge a cancellation fee for any work undertaken to that point.
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Boat accident injuries we handle
Injuries you can claim for
Maritime accidents can cause devastating injuries, from broken bones to lasting psychological trauma. We've helped people with claims like yours, and our solicitors will pursue the compensation you're owed.
Head injuries & concussion
Being thrown across a deck or slammed into fixtures can cause concussion or traumatic brain injury affecting your memory and ability to work.
Spinal & back injuries
The forces involved in maritime collisions can cause serious spinal damage and back trauma that changes your life overnight.
Cuts, burns & lacerations
Contact with equipment, debris, or fire onboard can cause deep wounds, burns, and scarring that require specialist treatment.
Psychological trauma
Panic attacks, nightmares, and fear of water after a maritime accident. The mental impact is a real injury that deserves real compensation.
Important information
No Win No Fee1
With No Win No Fee, you do not pay your solicitor’s legal fees if your claim is unsuccessful. If your claim succeeds, a success fee of 42% incl. VAT will be charged. If you cancel after the 14-day cooling-off period, your chosen solicitor may charge a cancellation fee for any work undertaken to that point.
Your choice of representation
You are not required to use a claims management company to make a personal injury claim. It is possible to present the claim yourself for free, either directly to the person you wish to claim against, or through an authorised person such as a solicitor.
Our figures
2 Cumulative customers helped, based on Claimsline records.
3 Aggregate annual compensation recovered by our solicitor panel. Individual outcomes vary.
Every boat accident is different. Your injuries, recovery and lost earnings all factor in.
How much compensation can you get?
Minor head or brain injury
Fractured ribs
Serious shoulder injury
Back injury (lasting)
Hip or pelvis fracture
Moderate PTSD
Knee injury (moderate)
Spinal cord injury
Based on Judicial College Guidelines (17th edition, 2024). You can also claim for medical bills, lost earnings, ruined holidays and travel costs.
Find out what you're owedWhat causes most boat accidents?
Most maritime accidents come down to negligence. Operators, crew, and vessel owners cut corners, and passengers pay the price.
Dangerous weather conditions
Storms, high winds, poor visibility
Human error & recklessness
Crew ignoring safety procedures
Equipment failure
Engines, navigation, safety gear
Vessel collisions
Crashing into other boats or objects
Slips & falls on deck
Wet decks, narrow corridors, poor rails
Maritime emergencies
Fire, capsizing, man overboard
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Why trust Claimsline with your boat accident claim?
One dedicated Claims Manager
Your dedicated Claims Manager knows your case from day one, so you won't need to repeat your story to different people.
Proven track record
Our solicitor panel is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Over a decade of getting people the compensation they deserve.
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We've helped 50,000+ customers, with thousands of reviews and over a decade of experience helping people claim compensation.
No Win, No Fee¹ A success fee of 42% incl. VAT will be charged if your claim succeeds. If you cancel after the 14-day cooling-off period, your chosen solicitor may charge a cancellation fee for any work undertaken to that point.
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10+ years of experience
We help hundreds of people throughout the UK each day. Our working partners recover over £100 million in compensation each year.
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0333 006 8282Boat accident claims FAQ
Questions about making a boat accident claim? Call us on 0333 006 8282.
If someone else's negligence caused your boat accident, whether it's a ferry operator, cruise line, or vessel captain, you absolutely deserve compensation. Passengers on water are vulnerable, with limited escape routes and complex safety conditions.
We see maritime accident victims struggling with injuries, mounting medical bills, and ruined holidays. None of that should be your burden to bear alone. Call us on 0333 006 8282. It's No Win, No Fee¹. A success fee of 42% incl. VAT will be charged if your claim succeeds. If you cancel after the 14-day cooling-off period, your chosen solicitor may charge a cancellation fee for any work undertaken to that point.
Yes, ferry operators and cruise lines have the same duty of care as any transport provider. Whether you slipped on a wet deck, were injured during a collision, or hurt boarding or disembarking, if it wasn't your fault, you deserve compensation. Call us on 0333 006 8282 and we'll talk you through the next step.
Compensation depends on your injuries and circumstances. Minor injuries typically range from £2,070-£11,980, while serious maritime injuries involving fractures, spinal damage, or psychological trauma can be worth significantly more. You can also claim for lost earnings, medical costs, and travel expenses.
Absolutely. Crew members and maritime workers have the same right to compensation as passengers. Your employer has a duty of care, and when they fail that duty, through poor maintenance, inadequate training, or unsafe conditions, you deserve proper compensation. Being employed on the vessel doesn't weaken your claim.
Yes, we handle holiday accident claims regularly. Whether you were on a cruise in the Mediterranean, a ferry in Greece, or a pleasure boat in the Caribbean, if the operator failed to keep you safe, you can claim compensation.
The process differs slightly for overseas claims, but the principle is the same. You were hurt through someone else's negligence. You deserve every penny you're owed.
You have three years from your accident date to start your claim. Don't wait though, maritime evidence disappears quickly, CCTV gets deleted, and witnesses scatter after voyages end. The sooner you contact us, the stronger your case will be.
Maritime accidents are more common than most people realise. The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) recorded 1,530 marine casualties in UK waters during 2021 alone, more than four incidents every single day.
These involved everything from commercial ferries to pleasure craft, highlighting why proper safety standards and compensation rights matter.
Every day, we help hundreds of people across the UK claim the compensation they deserve after a boat accident.
Don't let an operator's negligence cost you thousands. We'll work to get you the compensation you're entitled to, and there are no upfront costs*.
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