Child injuries can happen anytime and even within the vicinity of your own home. In Glendale, a 2-year-old girl was rushed to a local hospital after being found face-down in a pool Tuesday night (05/04/2011).
According to report, a 911 call was received at around 8 p.m. after the toddler was pulled out from a pool after being found by her siblings.
Moments later, responding crews gave the victim emergency treatment before flying her to the hospital in very critical state. Her condition appeared to have improved the following day although she was still in a serious state.
The Glendale swimming pool accident happened just near the Maryvale precinct in Phoenix, one of the country’s leading neighborhoods for drowning cases a decade ago.
Back in 2002, authorities launched a safety program in west Phoenix in the hopes to stop drowning cases in Arizona. It was also found out that the Glendale Fire Department just conducted another water safety campaign last Saturday in the exact neighborhood where the incident happened. Moreover, reports show that 20 children have died in water-related incidents each year in Maricopa County since 2000.
It is very dangerous for a child to be left unattended near a pool. Home owners are strongly advised to completely fence or cover their backyard pool when not in use. Also, children swimming should not be left alone even when using flotation devices.
If your child has suffered an Arizona swimming pool accident injury and are seeking compensation our Glendale child swimming pool accident lawyers may be reached at (602) 457-6222 for a free consultation.
Pool safety is crucial no matter what age a person may be or their extent of swimming knowledge. There are several factors that can cause injuries or even death around a pool including environmental factors such as uneven pavement, slippery surfaces, poor lighting, etc.
In Paradise Valley, an 82-year-old man was found in a pool (AZCentral 05/03/2011). The emergency crew was called to the home at 3:50 pm. The man was submerged in the backyard pool and was found to be not breathing. He was taken to the hospital in very critical condition.
Officials are uncertain about the cause of the accident but believe the man may have fell into the pool. 35% of those who are 65 years old and above, who live independently are reported to fall each year. This figure is even higher for those elderly who live in acute or residential care settings.
If you know an older person who has had a swimming pool accident in Arizona and you are unsure if there are any legal implications, you may contact this number for a free consultation (602) 457-6222. Our swimming pool accident lawyers in Phoenix may be able to help.
A 4-year-old boy was killed in a Phoenix child swimming pool accident that occurred at his own home. According to a news report, the fatal swimming pool accident occurred near Thunderbird Road and 14th Avenue in Phoenix. The child’s mother was unloading groceries when the boy fell into the pool. The authorities state that the boy may have been in the pool for up to 15 minutes before he was found. A neighbor apparently told officials that the boy was riding his bike near the pool when he fell in. He did not know how to swim and the pool did not have a fence around it.
According to the report, this was the second child drowning in one week in Phoenix and the 20th fatal swimming pool accident in city this year. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 10 people die everyday in the Unites States as a result of unintentional drowning accidents. One in five people killed in drowning accidents are aged 14 or younger. Drowning often results in death or injuries that can cause permanent disabilities such as irreversible brain damage.
Swimming pool accident prevention starts with homeowners. Pools should be fenced in and gated. The gates should have working locks. Doors leading to pool areas should be locked as well. Toys should not be left in or near a swimming pool. Children should not be near the water without constant supervision. Children should never run or play around a pool.
Depending on the circumstances, injured victims or their families may seek compensation for injuries, damages and losses that occur as a result of swimming pool accidents. Property owners can be held liable for accidents that occur on their premises, especially if it is caused by their negligence. Clubs, governmental agencies or private entities that operate swimming pools can also be held liable for accidents that occur on their properties.
The experienced swimming pool accident attorneys in Phoenix at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. help families understand their legal rights and options in such cases. If you or a loved one has been injured in a swimming pool accident in Arizona, please contact us at 602-457-6222 for a free and comprehensive consultation.
A 16-month old girl nearly drowned in a Maricopa County swimming accident involving a backyard play pool. According to a news report, the Arizona swimming pool accident occurred near Van Buren and Dysart Roads in Goodyear. The accident occurred when the girl and her brother were left alone for a short time while the parent watching them stepped away to reposition the garden hose. The boy warned the parent about what was happening and emergency crews arrived to perform CPR. The condition of the young victim is not known.
It only takes a moment of inattention on the part of an adult for a fun day in the sun to turn into a tragedy when water is involved. The importance of swimming pool safety is well documented, but small play pools can be just as dangerous to a young child. Constant supervision is the only way to prevent these accidents.
As this summer begins to heat up, it is important to practice water safety. Toys should not be left near pools. Property owners must remember to have proper fencing and to keep areas with pools closed. Anyone with children should consider seeking CPR training in case of an emergency. Whether your child or the child you are watching is in a swimming pool, spa, bathtub or play pool, it is important that there is an adult supervising them at all times.
If your child was injured in a swimming pool accident due to someone else’s negligence, please contact the skilled swimming pool accident attorneys in Arizona at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. Call us at 602-457-6222 to better understand your legal rights and options in such cases.
A 6-year-old girl was hospitalized following a swimming pool accident at a YMCA facility in Maricopa County. According to a news report in The Arizona Republic, the Arizona swimming pool accident occurred at the YMCA at Litchfield and Thomas Roads in Goodyear. The young victim of this injury accident was underwater for less than a minute. She was conscious and coughing up water and fire officials have stated that she is expected to survive. It is not clear if the YMCA had a lifeguard on duty or what may have led to the near-drowning incident.
Public swimming pool accidents are handled differently than private swimming pool incidents. There are a number of potential liable parties following a public swimming pool accident. Did the accident occur because of dangerous conditions in or around the pool? Was the pool operator aware of potential dangers at the facility? Was the injury accident related to a defective or dangerous piece of pool equipment? Were there enough, trained lifeguards on duty at the time? Did the employees follow all safety procedures? There are many questions that must be asked in order to determine fault and liability in swimming pool accidents involving public facilities.
Depending upon the circumstances, compensation may be available for the victim or the victim’s family. Injured victims of swimming pool accidents in such cases can seek compensation for all medical expenses and rehabilitation costs associated with the incident.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an Arizona swimming pool accident, please contact the experienced Phoenix swimming pool accident attorneys of The Breyer Law Offices P.C in order to obtain more information about pursuing your legal rights. Call us at 602-457-6222 to find out how we can help you secure compensation and hold the negligent parties accountable.
A 4-year-old boy was injured in a Maricopa County swimming pool accident that occurred during a graduation gathering. According to a news report in The Arizona Republic, the serious Arizona child injury swimming pool accident occurred near 160th Avenue and Jomax Road in Surprise. A teenager found the boy floating in the pool and performed CPR. According to the report, the boy fell into the pool after walking through an open back door. The teenager and the paramedics were able to get the boy alert and an official from the Surprise Fire Department stated that the toddler is expected to survive.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the year 2007 there were 3,443 unintentional fatal drowning accidents in the United States. That means about 10 people die every day from drowning accidents. Tragically, more than one in five fatal drowning victims are aged 14 and younger. In fact, almost 30 percent of all unintentional injury deaths of children between the ages of 1 and 4 involve drowning.
Property owners with swimming pools would be well-advised to take a number of safety precautions not only to prevent these tragic accidents from occurring, but also to avoid liability. If a child drowns in a pool on your property or is seriously injured, you could be held financially liable for the injuries and damages caused. All residential swimming pools should have a gate that must be locked at all times. Having a fence around the pool will also help prevent accidental child drownings.
The reputed Phoenix swimming pool injury attorneys at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. have successfully helped victims of Arizona swimming pool accidents obtain fair compensation for their injuries, damages and losses. If your child has been injured in a swimming pool accident, please contact us at 602-457-6222 to obtain more information about pursuing your legal rights.
A one-year-old boy was injured in a swimming pool accident recently after he fell into a backyard pool near US 60 and Rural Road in Tempe, according to a news report on AZFamily.com. Officials say the toddler, who was being watched by his father, fell into the pool and suffered critical injuries. He was not breathing when emergency responders arrived at the site.
This is reportedly the third Arizona swimming pool injury accident involving a small child in a week. On May 3, 2011, a two-year-old girl was injured in a pool in Glendale and on May 2, 2011, a two-year-old boy nearly drowned in an inflatable pool in Queen Creek.
The most effective way to prevent a child drowning accident is to provide constant and vigilant supervision of children in a pool at all times. Property owners can help prevent tragic drowning accidents by providing certain protections, such as adding fencing and gates that lock around the swimming pool.
Tragically, many children are injured or killed in Arizona swimming pool accidents every year. In cases that involve negligence or dangerous properties, compensation may be available for medical expenses and any permanent damage sustained. Near-drowning incidents can lead to brain damage because the oxygen supply to the brain can get cut off due to submersion.
The skilled Tempe personal injury attorneys at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. handle all types of swimming pool injury accidents in Arizona. If your child has been injured in a swimming pool accident due to someone else’s negligence, please contact us today at 602-457-6222 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.
A 9-year-old boy saved his 2-year-old sister from drowning in a Mesa swimming pool accident. According to a news report in The Arizona Republic, the swimming pool accident occurred on South Athena in Mesa. The young victim somehow fell into the swimming pool and was in the water for a few moments before her mother pulled her out of the water. Her 9-year-old brother performed CPR on her until help arrived. The victim began to breathe on her own as she was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities have stated that the boy’s actions helped save his sister’s life and that the pool had no barrier around it.
Arizona pool owners must adhere to a number of rules and regulations. Under Arizona Statute 36,1681: “A swimming pool, or other contained body of water that contains water eighteen inches or more in depth at any point and that is wider than eight feet at any point and is intended for swimming, shall be protected by an enclosure surrounding the pool area.” Pool owners would also be well-advised to stay abreast of current pool ownership laws and to keep children away from pool areas unless proper supervision is provided.
The family of an Arizona swimming pool child injury victim may pursue financial compensation by filing a civil lawsuit on their child’s behalf. Depending upon the circumstances, compensation may be available for damages including hospital bills. Near drowning incidents have the potential to cause catastrophic injuries among children such as brain damage.
The Mesa swimming pool accident attorneys at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. help victims and their families obtain fair and full compensation for their losses. If your child has been injured in a swimming pool accident as a result of someone else’s negligence, please contact us at 480-753-4534 for a no-cost consultation.
An 18-month-old girl was unresponsive after she was rescued from an Arizona swimming pool. According to The Arizona Republic, the Phoenix child swimming pool accident occurred at a home on North 32nd Avenue. Officials say the young drowning victim got out of the home by crawling through a doggy door. According to the report, the toddler was not breathing when fire crews arrived. She was given CPR and transported to the hospital.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 3,443, fatal unintentional drowning accidents in the United States in the year 2007. That accounts for about 10 fatal swimming pool accidents every day of the year. The report goes on to say that one in five fatal drowning victims is a child under the age of 15. Whenever a child survives a serious drowning accident there is a risk of brain damage that may result in devastating, lifelong disabilities.
It only takes a moment for a child to slip out of sight and enter a backyard pool. Home owners with pools have the responsibility of ensuring that their pool area is secure and that proper supervision is provided at all times. Every pool should have a gate which can be locked. When a tragic drowning accident does occur, the victim or the victim’s family may be able to pursue financial compensation for the losses they have suffered against a negligent property owner or caregiver.
The experienced Arizona swimming pool accident lawyers at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. have the necessary skills and resources to pursue financial compensation for the victims of drowning accidents and their families. Anyone who has suffered a loss in a swimming pool accident would be well advised to call our offices at 602-978-6400 for a free consultation.
A 1-year-old boy was critically injured in a swimming pool accident when he went out an open door and fell into the pool. According to AZFamily.com, the serious Arizona swimming pool accident injury occurred near 58th Avenue and Indian School Road. The young victim was not breathing when paramedics arrived and remains hospitalized in critical condition. It is unclear if the child lived at the home or was visiting. It has been reported that the pool did not have a fence around it.
Under Arizona Statute 36-1681, swimming pools must “be entirely enclosed by at least a five foot wall, fence or other barrier.” Property owners must provide safe conditions for their visitors. If a swimming pool accident occurs on your property, you could, as the property owner, be held liable for the incident. This is especially true if property owners do not have safety barriers or fail to provide proper supervision.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is the third leading cause of fatalities among children ages 1 to 4. Near drowning incidents often result in catastrophic injuries such as brain damage. Many of these tragic accidents can be prevented if proper safety measures are taken. This Phoenix swimming pool accident reminds us about the importance of constant supervision and safety barriers around the pool, especially with spring and summer quickly approaching. Doors or gates leading to a pool area should have locks and fences should not have openings large enough for a child to get through.
The dedicated Phoenix child swimming pool accident attorneys at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. work to protect the rights of Arizona families. If your child has been injured in a Phoenix swimming pool accident, please contact our law office at 602-978-6400 to find out how we can help.
