Common Causes of Swimming Pool Injuries or Drownings in Louisiana

Hot and humid Louisiana afternoons are commonly spent at the pool. Unfortunately, many severe injuries can occur at swimming pools. If you or someone you love has suffered injuries due to a swimming pool accident, you can enlist the help of Attorney of Counsel of Carabin Shaw, Berit Hanna. Whether you were injured at a hotel pool, a residential pool, or community pool, our lawyers are here to help.

What Causes Swimming Pool Accidents?

To figure out who is at fault in a swimming pool accident, it is important to know the cause of the accident. Here are a few common causes of swimming pool injuries or drownings in Louisiana:

• Inadequate fencing around the pool - According to Louisiana State law, pools must have a barrier that is at least 4 feet tall.
• Lack of supervision - Swimming pool owners must post a sign to notify users that a lifeguard is not on duty. If there is no sign or a lifeguard is negligent, we will hold the pool owner responsible at Carabin Shaw.
• Drain entrapment - Pools and jacuzzis often have drains with powerful and dangerous suction that can trap hair and limbs. The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act requires anti-entrapment drain covers and other safety devices.
• Diving board accidents - Some swimmers might get injured due to improper marking of the water depth or inadequate lighting.
• Slip and falls - When a pool is not properly maintained, slippery surfaces can easily cause accidents. Our attorneys will hold the pool owner responsible.

These accidents can result in catastrophic injuries such as broken bones, torn ligaments, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal injuries. In the worst case scenarios, wrongful death can occur. If your loved one has died due to a swimming pool accident, our Louisiana wrongful death attorney can help you.

Who is Accountable for My Swimming Pool Injury?

It can be difficult to figure out who is liable for your swimming pool accident. Our Louisiana swimming pool accident lawyer can help you figure out who is at fault. If you have been injured by a pool accident, you may have a claim for damages if the property owner or operator was negligent.

Premises liability law will typically apply in the case of a pool injury lawsuit. Both private and public pool owners are responsible for making sure their premises are safe for all visitors. Here is who may be held liable for your swimming pool injuries:

• Lifeguard negligence - Swimming pool accidents can happen in a split second. If a lifeguard is not paying attention, then the lifeguard and pool owner can be held liable.
• Pool filters - If a pool filter is faulty, it can easily cause drowning accidents. Our lawyers will hold the pool filtration manufacturer accountable.
• Parent/Guardian negligence - If a parent, babysitter, or any other adult supervisor walks away while a child is drowning, our Louisiana wrongful death attorney can help you seek justice and hold that parent or guardian liable.
• Trespassers are responsible for their own injuries, but the only caveat is that pool owners are liable if the injured trespasser is a child.

Talk to one of our attorneys if you have questions about liability in your swimming pool accident case.

Carabin Shaw Wants to Help You with Your Swimming Pool Accident in Louisiana

We know how overwhelming the aftermath of a swimming pool accident can be. We want you to focus on your recovery while we fight for your damages. Have questions about common causes of swimming pool injuries or drownings in Louisiana? Our Attorney of Counsel, Berit Hanna, at Carabin Shaw can answer your questions and walk you through the process.

Call us at 1-800-555-0101 for a free initial consultation with our Louisiana swimming pool accident lawyer.

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