Swimming pool accidents are one of the most distressing and tragic of mishaps, especially when children are involved. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in a swimming pool, contact a Flinton personal injury lawyer without delay, when the medical emergency has been appropriately taken care of. These accidents may occur at private or public pools, but they almost always occur because of someone’s fault or negligence, violation of safety norms, carelessness, etc. The injured are entitled to seek compensation from those responsible for the accident by filing a personal injury claim with the help of an accident injury lawyer available 24×7.
Swimming Pool Accidents
A World Health Organization report reveals that drowning is one of the top reasons for child death world-wide. In Ontario, there were 178 child fatalities in 2012 due to drowning. However, apart from drowning, a variety of other accidents also occur in and around swimming pools.
As our experienced Flinton slip and fall accident lawyers know, pool-sides are places with slippery, wet surfaces that can cause people to slip and fall, resulting in a variety of injuries, ranging from simple cuts, bruises and sprains to traumatic brain injury and death.
Hot tubs and lap-pools are equally hazardous places for children and senior citizens.
Causes
Swimming pool accidents occur mainly because of:
- Lack of supervision – The adults in charge don’t pay attention, are absent or distracted.
- Improper safety measures – Private pools may not have life-guards or life-savers. The adults may be unaware of or ill-equipped to handle emergencies. The pool surroundings may not be kept dry and free of debris and obstructions. Public pools may not have enough warning signs.
- Failure to monitor behavior – Children may rough-house, people may drink too much, play pranks etc and this often leads to fatal consequences.
- Unmarked depths
- Broken or poorly-maintained equipment
How We Can Assist
Top rated accident lawyers can conduct independent investigations into the circumstances and determine exactly where the fault lies. We can ensure that your interests are protected throughout the duration of the claim and make a robust case for full and satisfactory compensation.
If you, your family or a friend has been injured in an accident, please feel free to speak to one of our injury lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist in making a personal injury claim. We consult in all cities across Ontario with a no win no fee guarantee. Our personal injury lawyers have helped victims secure millions of dollars in personal injury cases. Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333 or Text a Personal Injury Lawyer 24/7 and get instant help. (416 931 5015)
