Swimming Pool Accidents
Swimming pools provide hours of fun, relaxation, exercise and great memories. However, when negligence is involved, injuries can happen quickly and be life threatening.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, from 2005-2014, there was an average of 3,536 fatal unintentional drownings annually in the U.S. This equates to about 10 deaths per day. Drowning is also the leading cause of unintentional deaths and injuries in early childhood years.
When individuals drown there is often no one else to blame, but in some cases – often those of a child drowning in a swimming pool – the pool’s owner or operator could be held liable if they have ignored basic safety protocols and local laws regulating swimming pools both public and private.
Proving the Liability of Pool Owners
A pool owner or operator can be found to be negligent if he or she fails to meet their duty of care. To keep pools safe, they must be properly maintained to ensure that any ladders, diving boards, and slides are held securely, steps aren’t chipped, shallow ends are marked and deep ends aren’t shallow.
While all pool owners or operators must maintain the pool safely and warn guests of any existing dangers, this duty is measured differently dependent upon whether it is a public or private pool.
A pool owner breaches their duty by failing to adhere to applicable safety ordinances, failing to adequately secure the pool area as required or failing to properly supervise users. You may require a swimming pool accident attorney if:
Whether they occur in the water or around its vicinity, there are many potential injuries that can occur as a result of pool accidents. Even non-fatal drowning incidents can result in severe brain damage, often leading to memory loss, learning disabilities, or even a permanent vegetative state.
The most common causes of pool-related injuries include:
When injury occurs, the pool owner may be found liable for any resulting damages such as medical bills for injuries; pain and suffering; lost wages; and emotional distress.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a swimming pool accident, we can help. The attorneys at the Lowe Dreesen Miller Law Firm leverage a depth of experience with swimming pool cases. Our firm believes that you should receive payment for your injuries, pain and suffering. That’s why we will work hard to help you obtain the compensation that you deserve.
If you have experienced a swimming pool injury, please click here to contact the attorneys at the Lowe Dreesen Miller Law Firm for a free consultation regarding your rights.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, from 2005-2014, there was an average of 3,536 fatal unintentional drownings annually in the U.S. This equates to about 10 deaths per day. Drowning is also the leading cause of unintentional deaths and injuries in early childhood years.
When individuals drown there is often no one else to blame, but in some cases – often those of a child drowning in a swimming pool – the pool’s owner or operator could be held liable if they have ignored basic safety protocols and local laws regulating swimming pools both public and private.
Proving the Liability of Pool Owners
A pool owner or operator can be found to be negligent if he or she fails to meet their duty of care. To keep pools safe, they must be properly maintained to ensure that any ladders, diving boards, and slides are held securely, steps aren’t chipped, shallow ends are marked and deep ends aren’t shallow.
While all pool owners or operators must maintain the pool safely and warn guests of any existing dangers, this duty is measured differently dependent upon whether it is a public or private pool.
A pool owner breaches their duty by failing to adhere to applicable safety ordinances, failing to adequately secure the pool area as required or failing to properly supervise users. You may require a swimming pool accident attorney if:
- The pool owner fails to properly fence off the area, giving easier access to small children;
- A commercial pool fails to provide adequate lifeguard services;
- If a neighbor or other private pool owner gives kids verbal permission to swim in their pool at any time; or
- The pool owner fails to make guests or visitors aware of any hazards such as broken latches on gates or broken glass.
Whether they occur in the water or around its vicinity, there are many potential injuries that can occur as a result of pool accidents. Even non-fatal drowning incidents can result in severe brain damage, often leading to memory loss, learning disabilities, or even a permanent vegetative state.
The most common causes of pool-related injuries include:
- Faulty gates/fences
- Inadequate markers of water depth
- Poor water clarity
- Overcrowding
- Drain entrapment
- Inattentive/incompetent lifeguards
- Poor lighting
- Pool design/building violations
When injury occurs, the pool owner may be found liable for any resulting damages such as medical bills for injuries; pain and suffering; lost wages; and emotional distress.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a swimming pool accident, we can help. The attorneys at the Lowe Dreesen Miller Law Firm leverage a depth of experience with swimming pool cases. Our firm believes that you should receive payment for your injuries, pain and suffering. That’s why we will work hard to help you obtain the compensation that you deserve.
If you have experienced a swimming pool injury, please click here to contact the attorneys at the Lowe Dreesen Miller Law Firm for a free consultation regarding your rights.
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