Swimming pools are a popular recreational feature in California, providing a refreshing escape from the heat and a source of entertainment for families and friends. However, it's essential to be aware of the potential risks and safety considerations associated with swimming pools. In this blog post, we will explore the topic of swimming pool accidents in California, focusing on liability and safety regulations that help protect individuals from harm. Importance of Pool Safety Swimming pool … [Read more...]
Who Might Be Liable for Injuries Sustained at a Pool?
There are all sorts of ways a person can suffer an injury at a swimming pool. Slipping on a wet deck, diving into shallow water, or getting stuck in an unsafe drain can all cause serious and potentially fatal harm. If you or someone in your family was hurt at a swimming pool, you may be entitled to damages including medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering; however, there are several elements that must be proven in order to recover compensation. One such element is liability. You must … [Read more...]
Who Might Be Liable for a Swimming Pool Accident?
A relaxing day by the pool with friends and family can quickly turn tragic when a person suffers an injury or drowns. Swimming pool accidents are, unfortunately, quite common—resulting in hundreds of drownings and thousands of injuries across the United States every year. If you or someone you love was hurt or died at a swimming pool in California, you may have grounds for a personal injury or wrongful death claim. There are several parties who might be liable for such an accident, so your … [Read more...]
Understanding Drowning Myths Prevents Swimming Pool Accidents
Drowning is the leading cause of death of California children younger than 10. During the summer, many children spend their days in and around swimming pools. Swimming pool accident prevention experts recommend that property owners, parents, and children’s caregivers understand the myths about child drownings and implement layers of protection to keep children safe. Swimming Pool Accident Myth # 1: Drowning Victims Splash and Make Noise The biggest myth about drowning is that the victim will … [Read more...]
What Can You Do After a Swimming Pool Accident?
Swimming pool accidents have grave consequences, especially for young children. Each summer we read about the horrors of young children drowning, but near-drownings have their own kind of horror. As a personal injury attorney I have seen families devastated by the wrongful death or injury of a child involved a swimming pool accident. In children ages one to four, only birth defects cause more deaths than drowning. And many victims of near-drownings are left in a … [Read more...]
Are Owners Liable For Pool Accident Injuries to Young Trespassers?
Pool owners know they need to ensure their pools are safe for invited guests. But you may be surprised to find out the responsibility to avoid swimming pool injuries can extend to trespassers. Under certain conditions, a pool owner can be held liable for injuries to someone who went into the pool without permission. For instance, as a personal injury lawyer I have seen cases where children have wandered onto someone else's property and drown in an … [Read more...]