Poolside vibes? Love them.
Slippery tiles, faulty drains, or unsupervised kids? Not so much.
Florida pools are a staple of summer—but they’re also the site of thousands of preventable injuries each year. When someone drops the ball on safety, the consequences can be devastating… and often, legally actionable.
If your pool day turned into an emergency, here’s what you need to know.
The Hidden Dangers Lurking Around Pools
It only takes seconds. A misstep. A missing gate. A distracted lifeguard. Suddenly, fun turns frightening.
Common pool-related injuries include:
- Drowning and near-drowning incidents, especially among children
- Slips and falls on wet, unmarked surfaces
- Cuts or entrapments from broken or unguarded equipment
- Chemical burns from poorly mixed or over-chlorinated water
- Electrical injuries from unsafe lighting or pool systems
These aren’t just freak accidents—they’re often the result of negligence.
Who’s Legally Responsible?
Pool accidents fall under what’s called premises liability. Translation: the person or company responsible for the property may also be responsible for your injury.
Let’s break it down:
- Homeowners must have proper barriers and safety features
- Hotels, Airbnbs, and apartment complexes must maintain safe pool conditions and post clear warnings
- Summer camps or schools must supervise children at all times
- Manufacturers must ensure equipment meets safety standards
If they didn’t? You may have a case.
Florida Pool Law: What You Should Know
Under Florida’s Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act, pools must be enclosed or have alarms and self-latching gates. If a child wanders in and gets hurt—or worse—the property owner may be fully liable.
What To Do After a Pool Injury
- Seek immediate medical attention
- Document the scene: broken fences, missing signs, murky water, no staff present
- Get witness names and phone numbers
- Preserve evidence—take photos and save medical records
- Call Darfoor Law Firm before talking to insurance
How We Dive In
At Darfoor Law Firm, we don’t just skim the surface. We:
- Investigate site safety violations
- Work with accident and pool safety experts
- File claims against all liable parties—property owners, managers, or even cities
- Fight for compensation for medical costs, pain, suffering, and long-term care
Don’t Let Negligence Sink Your Case
Drownings and pool injuries aren’t “just accidents” when someone failed to do their job. Whether it was a missing gate, a lifeguard on their phone, or a slippery deck with no warning sign—you deserve answers.
Contact Darfoor Law Firm today for a free case review.
We’re here to hold the responsible parties accountable—so you can focus on healing.
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