Can I receive damages for emotional distress caused by a boating accident?

Yes, in Tennessee you can receive damages for emotional distress caused by a boating accident. This means that if you have experienced emotional distress as a result of a boating accident, you can be compensated for the resulting damages. The law allows for the recovery of damages for emotional distress, even if physical injury did not occur. The law requires that the emotional distress be caused by the negligence of the defendant, which is the person or company responsible for the boating accident. To receive damages, you must show that the other party acted negligently and that their actions caused you emotional distress. Emotional distress can include fear, anxiety, grief, anger, shock, humiliation, embarrassment, or any other mental anguish. In order to be compensated for the emotional distress, the court must find, according to a preponderance of evidence, that you were actually suffering from the distress. In Tennessee, a boater may also receive damages for physical pain and suffering caused by the negligence of another. This means you can receive compensation for any physical pain, mental anguish, or emotional distress stemming from the boating accident. If a boating accident caused you emotional distress, you may be entitled to compensation. A qualified Tennessee attorney can help you determine what damages you may be able to receive and how to best pursue a claim for the distress suffered.

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