Swimming Pool Accidents: Practicing Safety in Order to Avoid Injury
According to the State of California Department of Developmental Services, drowning is one of the leading causes of injury-related fatalities among those under the age of five years. Equally troublesome, near-drowning accidents leave victims with life-long incapacities. While swimming pool accidents can occur at any given moment, practicing consistent safety can diminish the possibility of an incident. The following is a list of some of the most fundamental safety practices you can partake to help diminish the event of a swimming pool accident.
- Education
Learning how to swim, even if it is just the basics, is one of the most fundamental parts in saving a life. Do not assume your capabilities as a swimmer and do not assume the capabilities of those you love. Take swimming lessons in your local public swimming pool.
Another key piece in preventing serious injury or even death is that of learning CPR. When a person has suffered a swimming accident, the first few seconds are crucial in preventing lifelong harm.
- Fence Swimming Areas
If you own a pool, be sure to install a four-sided isolation fence. The fence will need to be self-closing as well as self-latching. A well-secured fence will help to prevent children from entering the swimming area when there is little to no adult supervision.
- Life Jackets
As previously mentioned, it is important that you do not assume your ability to swim or that of others, especially if they are minors. Life jackets and or other floatation devices that can be worn, or readily available around the pool can make the difference.
The Effects of a Swimming Pool Accident
It is important to recognize that swimming accidents can leave a person with lifelong consequences and debilitations. Damages can also take the form in financial methods. For instance, a victim can undergo lifelong medical costs related to treatments, therapies and more. He or she may also find his or herself unable to return to work for some time, if at all, after the incident has occurred.
If you or someone you know has suffered an injury at a swimming pool, speaking to a specialized attorney can help you. In many cases, you may have the ability to file a personal injury claim that could help you recover the costs for your injury and/or damages that derived from the injury sustained such as the loss of an income.
Obtain Legal Support In the Aftermath of a Swimming Accident
Summer is almost a year-round season in San Diego. Public and private swimming pools can be in use even in the time of autumn. While swimming can be a great way to pass the long warm days, it is important to always keep in mind that swimming accidents can transpire in a split second, even to the most experienced of swimmers. Recently a 40 year old pool maintenance worker drowned in his own pool in Santee, illustrating that even people with the most experience in and around a pool can have a fatal accident. Unfortunately, many swimmers can find themselves in a swimming area that is not up to standard, thus leaving them in a hazardous situation. If you or someone you know has been seriously injured as a result of a faulty swimming area, speak to a specialized attorney who can guide you through understanding who can be held liable for the injuries and/or damages sustained.
The attorneys at Martinez & Schill, LLP., are dedicated to helping those who have suffered swimming pool accident related injuries. Finding the right attorney for your case is important. Speak to an attorney with the right experience.