When people in Illinois think about the summer, they likely think about the variety of recreational activities they have involving water. Illinois can get quite hot, and seeking respite in a swimming pool can be a welcomed change for residents. However, as summer approaches, people throughout Illinois should understand the risks of recreational water accidents. In particular, swimming pool accidents can lead to serious injuries — including brain injuries — and fatalities.
Recreational accidents can happen for a variety of reasons. People in Illinois should understand when these types of accidents can occur, and whether or not they should have been prevented. In particular, when it comes to swimming pools, accidents should be fully investigated. If the accident was result of the negligence of the property owner, injured people may have legal options.
Negligence can include failing to properly secure the pool with proper barriers, fences or alarms. Negligence can also include failing to maintain the pool in a safe manner. This includes regularly checking chemical levels to prevent the spread of illnesses. It also includes failing to maintain the pool’s equipment.
No one expects to be hurt doing something that they love. However, when these dangerous accidents occur our law firm can step in to determine if anyone was at fault in the accident. Our attorneys can investigate the accident and try to determine its cause. If the accident was caused by someone’s negligence, our attorneys can take appropriate legal action.
By pursuing a personal injury suit, victims of recreational accidents can seek compensation for their injuries. This compensation might include recovery for medical expenses, lost wages and other damages that were caused by the accident. For more information about recreational activities injuries and swimming pool accidents in Chicago, please see our webpage.