Orlando Snorkeling & Scuba Diving Accident Lawyer

Orlando and nearby Central Florida destinations attract countless visitors seeking adventure through snorkeling and scuba diving. While these water activities can be exciting, they also come with significant risks when safety protocols are ignored. Equipment failure, improper supervision, or unsafe conditions can lead to catastrophic injuries or even death. If you or a loved one were hurt during a diving excursion, an experienced Orlando snorkeling and scuba diving accident lawyer at Spencer Morgan Law can help you pursue justice and compensation.

Understanding Snorkeling and Scuba Diving Accidents

Diving accidents often occur when tour operators, instructors, or equipment suppliers fail to follow safety standards. Florida law requires companies offering diving and snorkeling excursions to take reasonable steps to protect participants. When negligence occurs, victims may suffer life-altering injuries. Spencer Morgan Law represents individuals injured in both recreational and commercial diving accidents throughout the Orlando area and nearby coastal waters.

Common Causes of Diving and Snorkeling Accidents

• Faulty or poorly maintained diving gear
• Inadequate supervision by instructors or guides
• Rapid ascents leading to decompression sickness
• Lack of proper pre-dive safety briefings
• Inexperienced or untrained dive staff
• Unsafe water or weather conditions

Our firm investigates every aspect of your case, collecting dive logs, witness statements, and maintenance records to determine who was responsible.

Steps to Take After a Diving or Snorkeling Accident

1. Get medical treatment immediately, even if symptoms appear mild.
2. Notify the tour operator, dive company, or resort about the incident.
3. Request copies of dive logs, waivers, and incident reports.
4. Take photos of the equipment, dive site, and any visible injuries.
5. Collect contact information from witnesses or dive partners.
6. Contact Spencer Morgan Law to review your legal options.

Common Injuries from Diving and Snorkeling Accidents

Water-related accidents can cause devastating physical trauma. Victims often suffer from:

• Drowning or near-drowning injuries
• Decompression sickness (“the bends”)
• Lung overexpansion or barotrauma
• Traumatic brain injuries from pressure changes or impacts
• Spinal cord injuries
• Hypoxia or oxygen deprivation

These injuries often require long-term treatment and can have permanent consequences.

Compensation Available for Victims

Victims of diving and snorkeling accidents may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses and emergency transport
• Lost income and reduced earning potential
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional and psychological trauma
• Long-term care or rehabilitation
• Wrongful death benefits for surviving family members

Spencer Morgan Law is committed to helping victims and their families recover financially and emotionally after a serious aquatic accident.

How Spencer Morgan Law Can Help

Our attorneys understand the unique legal challenges involved in water-based injury claims. We handle all aspects of your case—from investigating equipment failures and instructor negligence to negotiating with insurers or pursuing litigation if necessary. Our firm also works closely with maritime and diving safety experts to strengthen your case. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I signed a liability waiver before the dive?

Waivers do not protect companies from gross negligence or failure to follow safety laws. You may still have a valid claim.

Can I file a claim if the accident happened on a guided tour?

Yes. Tour operators and guides are responsible for ensuring safe conditions and proper instruction for all participants.

Who can be held liable for my injuries?

Possible defendants include dive instructors, equipment manufacturers, tour companies, or resort operators.

How long do I have to file a claim?

In most Florida personal injury cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

What if the accident occurred offshore?

Maritime law may apply to offshore incidents, but our attorneys are experienced in handling both state and federal claims.

Areas We Serve Throughout Orlando

• Downtown Orlando
• Thornton Park
• Baldwin Park
• Dr. Phillips
• Lake Nona
• Winter Park
• SoDo
• MetroWest
• College Park
• Conway
• Audubon Park
• Ivanhoe Village

Contact an Orlando Snorkeling & Scuba Diving Accident Lawyer at Spencer Morgan Law

If you were injured or lost a loved one in a snorkeling or scuba diving accident, Spencer Morgan Law is here to help. We will thoroughly investigate your case, identify the responsible parties, and pursue maximum compensation for your losses. Call 305-423-3800 today for a free consultation with an Orlando snorkeling and scuba diving accident lawyer. We’re dedicated to protecting your rights and helping you find justice after a serious diving injury.