Drownings
Where are drownings most likely to occur in Florida?
In the state of Florida, where swimming pools, lakes, hot tubs, retention ponds, canals, and beaches are prevalent, personal injury attorneys play a crucial role in helping victims and their families navigate the legal process and pursue claims related to drowning cases. Florida has one of the highest rates of unintentional drowning deaths among children under the age of ten.
In any case of drowning or injuries caused by negligence, an injury claim or wrongful death claim may be initiated on your behalf. Kobren Law has extensive experience in preparing cases, negotiating for settlements, or aggressively representing you in civil litigation, if necessary.
Drowning cases require a thorough investigation to determine liability and gather evidence. Our personal injury law firm works with investigators, accident reconstruction experts, and other professionals to uncover the facts surrounding the incident.
What causes drowning accidents?
At a public or private pool or waterpark, it is negligent to leave a child unattended in the water, and the pool's management is liable for injuries caused by this negligence.
An improperly staffed pool, a beach patrol that is understaffed and inattentive, or even a neighbor's pool that is not properly maintained can all lead to compensation if any one of them contributed to your loved one's drowning.
Barriers — such as gates and fences — must be placed around private swimming pools to prevent injuries. Failing to erect such barriers is actionable negligence if another person is injured.
A pool owner who does not take reasonable measures to protect his or her pool from unwanted child intruders may be liable for compensation if a child drowns.
There may be a duty to warn others of a dangerous condition related to a pool or body of water. If government officials are aware of strong currents in the ocean, or your neighbor or apartment complex knows his or her pool is in a condition that makes it dangerous to use, warnings must be provided to individuals seeking to swim or use the body of water.
Who is responsible for a drowning accident?
Property owner negligence, lifeguard negligence, inadequate safety measures, or defective equipment can all be pursued in a Florida drowning case. Our personal injury attorneys help clients prove that negligence or misconduct led to the drowning incident. We show that the responsible party failed to take reasonable steps to prevent such accidents, whether in a residential pool, public facility, or natural water body.
Premises liability lawsuits can be filed against private or commercial pools, landlords, hotels, summer camps, or amusement parks when they fail to cover or fence their pools, fail to maintain equipment, or do not put up proper signage. All property owners have a legal duty to reasonably ensure their property is safe from unwarranted and dangerous conditions. When this legal duty is breached, accidents can occur and property possessors could be found liable for any costs associated with injuries.
Negligent supervision claims are also commonly filed against daycare centers, schools, summer camps, and babysitters for failing to properly supervise children around water. Negligent training claims can likewise be filed against gyms, recreational centers, hotels, and pools where lifeguards are not properly certified, there is an inadequate number of lifeguards, or the facility fails to respond to an emergency.
How can an attorney help me pursue a drowning accident case?
Kobren Law provides clients with guidance and support throughout the legal process, explaining their rights and options when it comes to drownings in the state of Florida. We ensure that clients are well-informed and involved in critical decisions related to their cases. Kobren Law works to recover compensation for victims or their families to cover medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages resulting from the drowning incident. In cases where a Florida drowning leads to a fatality, we assist surviving family members in pursuing wrongful death claims. These claims seek compensation for funeral and burial expenses, loss of financial support, and emotional distress.
We offer free case consultations and can detail the legal responsibilities of property owners while analyzing your situation. Our attorneys' goal is and always will be to provide you with dedicated and zealous legal representation with the aim of obtaining the maximum amount of compensation for your or your loved one's accident claim. Call 561-361-8677.