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*Less than 1% of Florida Lawyers are Board Certified

  • NASBLA, Boat Responsibility
  • Wear It
  • National Safe Boating Council
  • NDPA
  • The CEK Foundation
  • Boating Safety
    Over $400 Million Won For Clients

    Our Services

    For over 35 years, we've helped families throughout the United States who have been seriously injured in Maritime related activities.
    Turning the Tide in Your Favor

    Experience to Handle the Biggest Cases. Expertise to go to Trial.

    • $39,000,000 Archer/Perez v. Yamaha Motor Corp., Inc.

      Palm Beach County, FL. Plaintiff Archer was the operator and Perez was a passenger. The two cases were consolidated. The plaintiff alleged the Waverunner was defective because it lacked off-throttle steering. This record setting verdict led to industry wide design changes.

    • $7,000,000 Confidential v. Days Inn

      We successfully litigated a case against Days Inn where a minor was left unattended and snuck into the pool area with a friend and ultimately drowned. The defense blamed the parents entirely for improper supervision.

    • $7,000,000 Lewis v. N.C.L. Cruise lines

      Dade County, Fl. The plaintiff was working in the engine room of a Norwegian cruise liner when a boiler exploded, killing him. He was survived by a wife and children.

    • $6,000,000 Strasnik v. Broken Sound

      Palm Beach County, Fl. Plaintiff was in a hot tub when he passed out and then drowned. The temperature of the hot tub at the time was 105, hotter than the 104 recommended maximum.

    • $6,000,000 Confidential v. Wet & Wild Water Park

      We successfully litigated a case against Wet & Wild Water Park in Orlando, Florida. The plaintiff was on a suspended ride when a cable snapped and struck him in the ankle. The injury required multiple surgeries and ultimately the plaintiff had to have his ankle fused.

    • $6,000,000 Frechette v. Bombardier

      Orange County, FL. Plaintiff was on a dock and was struck by a Sea-Doo that was unable to make a turn as a result of lack of off throttle steering.

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    Making Waves in the Courtroom

    • Super Lawyers
    • Avvo Rating
    • The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100
    • Million Dollar Advocates Forum
    • AV Preeminent
    • American Association for Justice
    • The Florida Bar Trial Lawyers Section
    • Lawyers of Distinction
    • Florida Justice Association
    • Best Lawyers
      Over $400 Million Won For Clients

      Nationwide Water Accident Lawyers At Your Service

      • Landmark Cases

        In 2001, Robert argued the case of Lamz v. Geico before the Florida Supreme Court. He won this appeal which changed the landscape of Florida uninsured/underinsured motor vehicle laws.

      • Trial Tested

        Robert has gone to trial and won against multi-national companies and remains UNDEFEATED in personal watercraft litigation. He has been the lead trial attorney in over 50 cases.

      • Former Prosecutor

        Robert began his career as a prosecutor, working as an Assistant District Attorney in Kings County, New York. With over 35 years of experience, you’ll have one of Florida’s leading experts in personal injury on your side.

      • Board Certified

        You’ll work directly with Robert Baker, a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney who has recovered over $400 million. Less than 1% of Florida Attorneys are Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers.

      Over $400 Million Won For Clients

      When the Waters Get Rough, We Fight for You

      Our mission statement is to be the premier national law firm advocating for victims of water related accidents, combining unmatched expertise with compassionate representation to secure maximum justice. Our past results speak for themselves, let us help you.
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