Clearwater Ferry Crash Lawsuit Filed as Service Resumes

New Lawsuit Filed After Ferry Collision

• 📌 A new lawsuit has been filed by a passenger injured in the Clearwater Ferry crash.
• 💔 The crash resulted in one fatality and 10 injuries, with the victim who filed the suit still hospitalized with numerous broken bones.
• ⚖️ Lawyers for the plaintiff allege that the driver of the private boat, Jeff Knight, could have avoided the accident through several actions.

Allegations Against Boat Driver

• ⚠️ The lawsuit outlines five specific failures by Jeff Knight, including speeding, not maintaining a lookout, operating without due regard, failing to take evasive action, and fleeing the scene.
• 📉 Knight's negligence is cited as the cause of the severe and potentially lifelong injuries sustained by the client.

Driver's Defense and Investigation

• 📞 In response, Knight's representatives stated he assisted with rescues after the crash and only left after 15 minutes because his boat was taking on water.
• ❓ Questions have also been raised by Knight's side regarding whether the ferry was adequately lit.
• 🚫 Jeffrey Knight is not under suspicion of drinking while boating, and no arrests have been made.

Ferry Service Resumes Operations

• ✅ The Clearwater Ferry has resumed service nearly two weeks after the incident, with operators reviewing security procedures.
• ⏰ Service hours have been adjusted to 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., a reduction from the previous 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. schedule.
• 💰 The lawsuit aims to secure fair compensation for the injured passenger to help with future medical care and related expenses.