Florida Jet Ski Company Files Federal Lawsuit Seeking Exoneration After Personal Watercraft Collision in Key West
Fury Management, Inc., a Florida corporation based in Key West, has filed a maritime legal action in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. The petition, filed under Case No. 4:25-cv-10106-DSL, seeks exoneration from or limitation of liability following a collision involving two of its 2023 Sea-Doo GTX PRO 130 personal watercraft vessels. The incident occurred on June 8, 2025, in the navigable waters of the Atlantic Ocean near the Cheryl H. Cates Memorial Bridge in Monroe County.
Jet Ski Tour Operator Invokes Limitation of Liability Act Following Key West Watercraft Accident
According to the verified complaint, Fury Management was the organizer of a recreational personal watercraft tour departing from Key West Bight. The collision involved two vessels, identified as PWC No. 1 and PWC No. 2, which were being operated by customers Tracy Lewis Grant and Corryn Heath. The petitioner asserts that while the specific allocation of operational control between the two individuals remains unclear, both vessels were engaged in recreational maritime activity at the time of the impact. The company is now invoking the Shipowner’s Limitation of Liability Act, a federal statute that allows vessel owners to limit their financial exposure to the post-accident value of the vessels involved.
Fury Management Denies Fault for Passenger Injuries Sustained During Key West Jet Ski Collision
The legal filing was prompted by a written claim sent on July 1, 2025, by attorney Jonathan T. Levy on behalf of Tracy Lewis Grant. The letter informed Fury Management that Grant sustained physical injuries during the collision and demanded insurance information and any available video recordings of the incident. In response, Fury Management asserts that the accident and any resulting damages were not caused by the neglect or fault of the company or its staff. The petitioner argues that the incident was caused by the actions of the operators and that it should be completely exonerated from any liability.
Federal Complaint Details Valuation of Sea-Doo Vessels Involved in Atlantic Ocean Maritime Incident
In the event that the court finds some level of negligence, Fury Management seeks to limit its liability to the total value of the two jet skis. The petitioner estimates the value of the two 2023 Sea-Doo vessels at approximately 18,881.28 dollars based on purchase invoices. The complaint notes that while PWC No. 1 remains in the company’s possession in Monroe County, PWC No. 2 was sold on June 24, 2025, and its current location is unknown. Under maritime law, a vessel owner must often surrender the value of all vessels participating in a common venture or “flotilla” when seeking to limit liability for a tort.
Petitioner Seeks Court Injunction to Enjoin Further Lawsuits Related to Key West Watercraft Crash
As part of the federal maritime procedure, Fury Management intends to move the court for an injunction that would stay or prevent any other lawsuits from being filed against the company in state or federal court regarding this specific incident. The company is asking the court to issue a monition, which would require all potential claimants to file their claims and answers within this specific federal limitation action. This legal strategy is commonly used by maritime entities to consolidate all potential claims into a single proceeding and protect the company’s assets from exceeding the combined value of the vessels.
Contact a Key West Jet Ski Accident Lawyer if You Were Injured on a Personal Watercraft Tour
Individuals who suffer injuries during jet ski tours or personal watercraft rentals may face complex legal hurdles due to federal maritime statutes like the Limitation of Liability Act. When a tour operator files for exoneration in federal court, it can significantly impact a victim’s ability to seek full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you or a loved one were involved in a maritime collision in the Florida Keys or elsewhere, it is essential to understand how these federal filings affect your rights. Our team of maritime attorneys is available to help you navigate the complexities of admiralty law.
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Disclaimer: Our firm does not represent the plaintiff in this case and is not involved in the litigation. The information provided is a summary of allegations based on publicly available court filings. We make no representations about the truth of these allegations, are not commenting on the merits of the case, and are not predicting any outcome.
