When it gets warm outside, people go to private pools, neighborhood pools, or the local community center pool for fun and relaxation. Swimming pools are a great source of enjoyment, but they can be dangerous if owners and operators do not monitor them carefully and maintain safe conditions.
Slip and fall accidents, drownings, and near-drowning incidents are among the most common swimming pool accidents in Nashville. If you or a loved one was injured in a pool accident and you believe the property owner’s negligence caused it, you may have grounds for a legal claim. Our premises liability attorneys at Ponce Law can review the facts of your case and explain your legal options for seeking compensation for your injuries.
When you use a pool, you should stay alert in and around it. In Nashville, the property owner or manager has a duty to keep the swimming pool in good repair and the surrounding areas safe to avoid accidents. Pools are not required to have on-duty lifeguards, but if there is no guard, the property owner or manager of a public pool must post a “No Lifeguard on Duty” sign in plain view around the pool.
Other required safety precautions include:
Whether the pool belongs to a good friend of yours, an apartment complex, or a local swim center, it must meet these basic safety standards.
Proving any premises liability case requires showing that the property owner or manager was aware of, or should have been aware of, a hazard and did not attempt to correct it. In a Nashville swimming pool injury case, you need to show that the pool owner knew and ignored the required safety regulations regarding fencing or alarms.
Our team can review the evidence to determine whether the pool owner failed to address safety hazards. If safety equipment is missing or hard to find, that can support your claim. In some cases, the property owner may not be the pool operator. This is common in large commercial operations such as hotels. In that case, the hotel owner may be liable for failing to properly vet or oversee the pool operator. Our attorneys can review the chain of ownership and management so you understand which parties may be responsible.
Swimming pool accidents in Nashville can cause a wide range of injuries. If you or a family member suffered a pool-related injury because of someone’s negligence, you may be able to seek compensation for your injuries and losses.
At Ponce Law, we can review your case and legal documents and explain your options for seeking compensation from the property owner and others who may be liable. Call our office today to schedule a free initial consultation.
