Homeowners with a pool must be extremely cautious and aware of drowning risk, particularly with children, regardless of whether or not they have children. In fact, the state of Florida sees more child drownings under the age of five than any other state. Those who own a pool that’s accessible to a child at any time may be held responsible in the event of a death. Speak with a drowning accident lawyer with The Ruth Law Team to determine if you have a case.
These accidents fall under the Personal Injury legal category referred to as Wrongful Death cases. Swimming pools are considered by law to be an “attractive nuisance,” which refers to a property owner’s liability to prevent access to any hazardous object or condition that might be found attractive to a child. Therefore, a pool owner must take adequate steps to deter anyone from gaining access to the pool without the owner’s permission.
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Pool owners have the following responsibilities:
If preventative safety steps such as these are not taken by pool owners, the results can be disastrous. The pool owner may be held liable for any injuries or loss of life.
- Place childproof enclosures around the pool
- Provide accessible stairs to get out of the pool
- Never allow young children or non-swimmers to use the pool unattended by an adult with swimming capability
- Never allow reckless behavior in the pool or pool area that could endanger the safety of any guests
When You Should Contact a Drowning Accident Lawyer
The loss of life due to drowning is completely devastating and often preventable. If your child or loved one has drowned in a pool and you believe another person or party is liable, consider consulting with an experienced drowning lawyer. A drowning accident lawyer can help you get the justice you deserve for your loved one’s tragic accident.
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If you have lost a loved one due to a drowning that occurred in someone else’s swimming pool, contact the experienced Ruth Law Team drowning accident attorneys by calling (888) 783-8378 to learn more about your legal options.
