Gainesville Drowning Accidents Lawyer
Have You Lost Someone You Love in a Drowning Accident?
Florida has one of the highest rates of drowning accidents in the United States; often children are the victims of these accidents. Drowning accidents can result in broken or fractured bones, brain damage, paralysis, and death. If you or your child has suffered an injury during a drowning accident, it is in your best interest to contact a Gainesville personal injury attorney. Pool accidents are a type of premises liability and it is important that property owners uphold the law and make sure that their property is either safe or that unsafe areas are clearly designated.
The cause of the accident determines whether or not you should file a personal injury or wrongful death suit and how much compensation you are entitled to. Premises liability and negligence involving pools and drowning accidents can include:
- Lack of or improper caution signs
- Lack of or broken fence around pool area
- Trip and fall perils, such as broken glass or wet tiles
- Improper lifeguard supervision
- Electrocution
- Unsafe or broken pool parts
- Diving boards in shallow water
The owner or operator of the pool is responsible for ensuring that the property is safe and that any hazards are clearly and properly marked. A negligent childcare worker or facility may also be at fault. A Florida drowning accidents attorney can investigate your case and establish responsibility.
Legal Representation for Victims of Drowning Accidents in Gainesville
At the Uman Law Firm, we have provided legal help to and won cases for clients in North and Central Florida. Attorney Jon D. Uman has 20 years of experience litigating cases and has the track record to prove his success. The consequences of a drowning accident are bad enough on their own; let a capable accident attorney handle your case so that you can concentrate on recovery.
Contact a Gainesville Drowning Accidents Attorney
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