On August 10th, 2024 Nicholas J. Ornce was moderately injured in a boating incident at Lynch Hollow Cove in the Lake of the Ozarks. Nicholas Ornce was standing on the rear deck of a 2005 Envision 3600 Legacy as the driver was attempting to reverse into a slip. This caused Nicholas to fall overboard and sustain his injuries. Nicholas was transported by ambulance to Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach, and the boat was driven from the scene.
While boating is a popular and exciting activity for Missouri residents and visitors, it’s important to enjoy it with care and precaution – or dangerous situations like this one may occur. Simply failing to keep proper lookout or operator inexperience can quickly turn an interaction at slip or dock into a terrible incident. If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident, you should receive the best possible legal assistance. Our experienced team at AW Smith Law Firm is capable and available to provide counsel and support so that you can focus on recovery. We are eager to provide peace of mind for you during this difficult time.