The leading cause of death for young children in Florida is drowning. Children are at serious risk for injury or death at anytime they are near a swimming pool. Drowning accidents can even happen when swimming pools are not being used. Unlocked or broken pool gates are especially dangerous for young children. These tragic incidents commonly occur in our backyard pools, hotels, apartments and condominiums.
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The Florida Legislature enacted the Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act that defines the types of
covers and barriers that must be utilized in Florida. Section 515.27 requires that new residential swimming pools have at least one of the following in place in order to receive a final inspection and certificate of completion:
Failing to equip a new home with the appropriate safety features is a second degree misdemeanor and requires attendance at a drowning prevention program.
Swimming pool accidents and injuries can be prevented by using caution. It is important that caregivers remain vigilant and sober when supervising children in and around swimming pools.
Homeowners owners and property management companies are legally responsible for providing safe swimming pools. This includes maintaining the areas around the pool so that guests do not get injured by slipping and falling.
Our South Florida swimming pool accident attorneys strongly urge parents and caregivers to always supervise children whenever they are near a pool.
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Call 866-597-4529Send us a messageIf someone else’s carelessness caused a swimming pool accident and you were hurt, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost income and pain and suffering. A free consultation can tell you where you stand.
For most negligence claims, Florida’s deadline to file a lawsuit is two years from the date of the injury. Claims for wrongful death, medical malpractice and claims against government agencies follow different rules, so talk to a lawyer early.
Florida uses modified comparative negligence. If you are found 50% or less at fault, your recovery is reduced by your share of fault. If you are found more than 50% at fault, you generally cannot recover.
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