Navigational Hazards: The Dangers of Colliding with Unmanned Surface Vehicles and Drones in Our Waterways

Posted by John K. Fulweiler | Aug 18, 2024 | 0 Comments

Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs), autonomous wave gliders, and unmanned drones are increasingly populating (polluting?) our waterways, posing significant navigational hazards for both recreational and commercial vessels.  These autonomous devices, often small and difficult to detect, can be hard to see on the water, especially under poor visibility conditions or at night.  Their low profile and unpredictable movements make them a collision risk, potentially leading to severe damage to vessels, injuries or even fatalities.

Collisions with these unmanned devices can result in costly repairs, loss of property and tragic loss of life.  Vessel operators may not be aware of these hazards until it's too late, as traditional navigational systems may not detect these smaller, uncrewed vessels.

The expert maritime lawyers at Fulweiler llc can represent vessel owners and passengers who have been involved in such incidents.  Our boat injury legal team understands the complexities of maritime law and the unique challenges posed by collisions with unmanned vehicles.  If you or your vessel have been impacted by a collision with a USV, autonomous wave glider, or drone, contact Fulweiler llc.  We are dedicated to ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve (FULL JUSTICE) and we're ready to navigate the legal waters on your behalf.  Call us today for expert boating law representation.

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John K. Fulweiler

Proctor-In-Admiralty / Licensed U.S. Coast Guard Master Formerly a partner in a New York maritime law firm, John K. Fulweiler graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a Marine Affairs degree and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock School of Law. In addition to being recognized by...

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