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[post_content] => Were You or a Loved one Injured in a Florida Swimming Pool Accident? We Can Help.
Due to the climate in Florida, many South Florida residents own swimming pools.
And while a pool can provide a perfect place for fun, exercise, and leisure, it also comes with a great deal of responsibility. Having a pool means taking appropriate safety measures to keep family, friends, and other visitors from harm on your property.
When the owner of a pool fails to safeguard the pool properly, he or she may be liable for any injuries that result.
Young children are especially at risk for accidents at swimming pools. Florida leads the nation in child drowning accidents, and 2017 saw a 20% increase in pool drowning deaths for children under 15 years old.
How Swimming Pool Accidents Happen In Florida
Swimming pool owners have a duty of care to take reasonable precautions to protect others from injury around their property or face a premises liability lawsuit for any injuries. Swimming pool owners can be held responsible for accidents that happen due to:
Improper or no fencing around a pool can lead to liability in Florida
Florida law requires private outdoor swimming pools to have a fence or other type of barrier around the pool with a self-closing gate that is protected from a child’s reach.
Pool slip and fall accidents can lead to liability in Florida
If the conditions around the pool are not adequately maintained to prevent someone from slipping and getting hurt, the owner could be held responsible.
Lack of supervision around a pool can lead to liability in Florida
A pool owner could be liable if they leave young children unattended around the water. Whether children are in the pool, or playing somewhere else in the yard, if a pool accident happens because an adult was negligent or wasn't watching or stepped inside only for "a moment" serious accidents, even drawings, can happen.
Poor maintenance of a pool can lead to liability in Florida
Without proper maintenance, people can get hurt in Florida swimming pools. Chemical imbalances or contaminated water can cause serious illnesses, and unshielded filtration systems can trap a foot or a hand, leading to drowning or near-drowning accidents.
Florida law typically protects property owners from trespassers, but there are certain exceptions when it comes to children. In the case of a swimming pool, it may be considered an “attractive nuisance,” and the property owner can be held responsible for a dangerous condition that causes harm to a child, even if that child entered the property without permission. A child trespasser is still owed a very high "duty" of care in Florida. So if there is a condition - such as a pool - that would be attractive to children, and children may not understand the gravity of the risk a pool poses, the homeowner has a very high duty to keep the pool safe.
Consequences of Near-Drowning in Florida
Near-drowning incidents can cause life-altering injuries, especially for children.
Some of the injuries that can result from oxygen deprivation even after being rescued include:
The first 24 hours of care after a near-drowning accident are critical to survival, but the injuries suffered can still last a lifetime. It can take years of rehabilitation and therapy to regain even a portion of lost functionality. In children, the effects can result in developmental delays in learning, speech, and motor skills, as well as permanent mental or physical disability.
To hold a negligent pool owner responsible for injuries, victims need to file a personal injury lawsuit. A lawsuit allows victims and their families to seek financial recovery for the expenses caused by the accident, including:
Victims of pool injuries and accidents may also be able to receive damages for pain and suffering, mental anguish, and other difficulties caused by the injury. Talk to a personal injury attorney to determine your eligibility for these types of damages.
Florida is one of the biggest vacation destinations in the United States. There are a variety of hotels, resorts, and spas for visitors, and many cruise ships leave from Florida ports. But when you’re a victim of negligence at one of these vacation spots or on a cruise ship, you can hold the negligent parties responsible for your injuries.
Property owners have a duty of care to ensure that guests won’t get hurt on their property. In general, all property owners, caretakers, and staff should:
Slippery swimming pool areas, unsecured and dangerous equipment, frayed or worn carpeting, insect or pest infestations, and other unsafe conditions can all lead to devastating injuries for unsuspecting guests.
Cruise ships are considered floating resorts, and those responsible for passenger safety must obey many of the same rules about hazardous or unsafe conditions. There are unique situations on these ships that can lead to injuries, and if you’re far out at sea, the right kind of medical help may not be available. Some of the most common causes of injuries on cruise ships include:
For most boating accident injury lawsuits in Florida, you have up to four years from the date of injury to make a claim, although it’s best to start the legal process as soon as possible. However, in the case of cruise ship injuries, the time frame can be significantly different. A variety of factors impact the statute of limitations, including what you agreed to in your “contract of carriage” when purchasing a ticket. For your case to have the best chance of success, it is extremely important to seek legal advice right away.
In any personal injury or premises liability lawsuit, your compensation may include expenses related to the injury, such as:
You may also be able to receive compensation for the pain and suffering or mental anguish. Speak to a personal injury attorney to determine your eligibility for these types of damages.
Due to the climate in Florida, many South Florida residents own swimming pools.
And while a pool can provide a perfect place for fun, exercise, and leisure, it also comes with a great deal of responsibility. Having a pool means taking appropriate safety measures to keep family, friends, and other visitors from harm on your property.
When the owner of a pool fails to safeguard the pool properly, he or she may be liable for any injuries that result.
Young children are especially at risk for accidents at swimming pools. Florida leads the nation in child drowning accidents, and 2017 saw a 20% increase in pool drowning deaths for children under 15 years old.
Swimming pool owners have a duty of care to take reasonable precautions to protect others from injury around their property or face a premises liability lawsuit for any injuries. Swimming pool owners can be held responsible for accidents that happen due to:
Florida law typically protects property owners from trespassers, but there are certain exceptions when it comes to children. In the case of a swimming pool, it may be considered an “attractive nuisance,” and the property owner can be held responsible for a dangerous condition that causes harm to a child, even if that child entered the property without permission. A child trespasser is still owed a very high "duty" of care in Florida. So if there is a condition - such as a pool - that would be attractive to children, and children may not understand the gravity of the risk a pool poses, the homeowner has a very high duty to keep the pool safe.
Near-drowning incidents can cause life-altering injuries, especially for children.
Some of the injuries that can result from oxygen deprivation even after being rescued include:
The first 24 hours of care after a near-drowning accident are critical to survival, but the injuries suffered can still last a lifetime. It can take years of rehabilitation and therapy to regain even a portion of lost functionality. In children, the effects can result in developmental delays in learning, speech, and motor skills, as well as permanent mental or physical disability.
To hold a negligent pool owner responsible for injuries, victims need to file a personal injury lawsuit. A lawsuit allows victims and their families to seek financial recovery for the expenses caused by the accident, including:
Victims of pool injuries and accidents may also be able to receive damages for pain and suffering, mental anguish, and other difficulties caused by the injury. Talk to a personal injury attorney to determine your eligibility for these types of damages.
• January 26, 2022
Were You or a Loved one Injured in a Florida Swimming Pool Accident? We Can Help. Due to the climate in Florida, many South Florida residents own swimming pools. And while a pool can provide a perfect place for fun, exercise, and leisure, it also comes with a great deal of responsibility. Having a pool…
Read More• January 26, 2022
Florida is one of the biggest vacation destinations in the United States. There are a variety of hotels, resorts, and spas for visitors, and many cruise ships leave from Florida ports. But when you’re a victim of negligence at one of these vacation spots or on a cruise ship, you can hold the negligent parties…
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