Pleasure Boats and Charter Boats
Boat Owners Lawyer | Charleston, South Carolina
Owning a boat is a big responsibility, and — when things go wrong — can be a major headache, even a nightmare.
At John Hughes Cooper, P.C., we represent vessel owners in a range of legal matters, from chartering, buying, or selling a boat to collision, personal injury, maritime lien matters, and warranty claims. Please contact our law offices, located on Sullivan's Island, to find out how we can help you.
Prompt. Professional. Effective.
Free Consultation · Call 1-843-883-9099, 1-800-883-9099 (Toll Free) or E-mail
Our attorneys provide legal services, including representation for vessel owners in matters involving:
- Collisions
- Licensing Issues
- Marine insurance claims
- Accidents
- Warranty claims and limitations
- Personal injury
- Administrative actions and fines by Government agencies
- Maritime liens
- Buying / selling / chartering vessels
- Manufacturer claims
- Defective product liability
- Salvage claims
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act Claims
Generally speaking, the law considers pleasure boats, even luxury yachts, to be consumer goods. As a result, the owners or "consumers" of pleasure boats are offered protection under the Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act. This law was enacted by Congress to make warranties on consumer products understandable, to protect consumers from warranties that are deceptive, and to make warranties enforceable by law. If a vessel comes with a warranty, that warranty must comply with the Magnusson-Moss Act.
Free Consultation · Call 1-800-883-9099 Toll Free
If you need a lawyer with decades of experience in helping vessel owners with their legal affairs and getting results, contact John Hughes Cooper today for a free and confidential consultation.
