Community pools are a feature in most apartments as well as neighborhoods that feature bustling families who may not have the resources or space to put in a pool in their backyards. They are a great place to get to know one’s neighbors as well as let kids mingle with their peers, and these pools are convenient because one doesn’t have to worry about the costs of maintaining the same – all one has to do is pay the prerequisite monthly or yearly fee in order to use said facilities.

That said, community pools are a double-edged sword; on one side, they are lots of fun and perfect for extraverted individuals, but on the other side, many individuals both young and old get injured at community pools in instances that could have been prevented had care been taken. We all assume that the presence of a lifeguard means that everything will be taken care of and that we can engage in hours of fun at the local community pool. However, what if a fellow user causes your injuries, even in the presence of supervision?

Personal injury law operates on the premise of negligence, and most of the time, these cases hold pool or property owners accountable for the injuries of patrons as is decreed under premises liability law. That said, when the actions of bystanders contribute to accidents at a community pool either through negligence or reckless behavior, they may be held liable for said accidents or injuries thanks to bystander liability.

These cases are complex and may involve several parties, and the average injured American may not have a full appreciation of the compensation options or damages they may be entitled to, as well as future prospects for recovery and the long-term impact of the injury they suffered. To this end, it is important to work with an experienced pool injuries attorney so you’re provided with complete information on your legal options for justice and compensation, and we’re here to assist you with this and so much more – read on to find out how.

Are you looking for the best community pool injury lawyer? Please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced pool injuries attorneys at McCready Law bring to the table over 90 YEARS of combined legal experience where we’ve helped tens of thousands of injured Americans from all over the country and across different socioeconomic backgrounds recover compensation after getting injured due to the negligent actions of other individuals or large corporations.

We pride ourselves in offering hands-on and personalized legal services tailored to the needs of every client, ensuring that each injured client gets the compensation that is commensurate or matches their injuries and the injustice they suffered due to someone else’s negligence.

All cases are handled by experienced attorneys and not paralegals as is common in most law firms, and we are not afraid to litigate claims if we believe that this legal route will net our client the maximum allowable compensation by law. By contrast, most law firms simply engage the insurance company in settlement negotiations which usually end in the client receiving a paltry payout that does not match their injuries as well as the impact of the same on their life now and in the future.

In addition to having nationwide reach thanks to our network of trusted referral law firms and attorneys, we run a bilingual firm (hablamos Español), and we take on all cases on contingency fee basis, which simply means that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES for the duration of the processing of the claim, as we only levy our fees at the end of the suit, and only if we’ve recovered compensation on your behalf. If a fellow swimmer or visitor injured you at a community pool, please give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation – our intake team is standing by.

How Bystanders May Cause Injuries in Community Pools

Here are some instances of bystander negligence in community pools:

Reckless behavior leading to injury

While community pools are places of fun and camaraderie, roughhousing as well as horseplay is discouraged due to the increased risk of injury. When other patrons push others into the water or jump from elevated surfaces without warning, other patrons or swimmers may end up getting injured, opening up the option to hold these individuals liable should someone else get injured.

Inaction in emergency situations

In some jurisdictions, the law may require that bystanders help anyone in danger, especially if there is no lifeguard present. If a bystander witnesses someone in the process of drowning and fails to act, whether by attempting a rescue, raising the alarm or calling 911, they may be held liable for the victim’s injuries. That said, this law is highly subjective depending on the circumstances and the local laws.

Contributing to unsafe conditions

Bystanders may also be held legally responsible if it is discovered they were party to the unsafe conditions at the community pool such as spilling drinks or food and not informing staff or warning others then a patron loses their footing due to the spillage and falls, they may be held liable via the principle of contributory negligence.

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It is important to note that there exist vast judicial differences when it comes to bystander laws, and in states where individual responsibility is stressed upon, a higher burden of proof may be required to prove negligence. In addition, some states look at the mental state and intent of the bystander at the time of the incident to determine liability, and whether the bystander acted with gross negligence or malicious intent, or if their actions were considered accidental or unintentional.

Community pool injuries perpetrated by bystanders can be a complex legal affair that requires keen legal eyes to tease out liability. To this end, we ask that you do not sign anything or talk to anyone and instead reach out to us NOW at (314) 481-63338 so we can provide you with 100% FREE timely legal advice on the next steps to take to safeguard your right to justice and compensation. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to serving you.