Fort Lauderdale Drowning Accident Lawyer

Drowning Accidents Caused by Negligence

Death and injury from drowning accidents are a large problem in our state. The Florida Department of Health reported that death from drowning was the leading cause of fatalities for children under the age of 5. According to the CDC, more than 1 out of every 5 persons who die from drowning are children aged 14 or younger. In our state, most of the deaths from drowning happen in swimming pools and not at the beaches we are so famous for.

Unfortunately, many drowning accidents are caused by negligence on the part of those who operate or own the facility. Over-crowded pools and water parks could lack proper supervision or have badly trained or inadequate numbers of lifeguards. An area that does not have proper fencing and other safety measures in place to restrict unauthorized access to the pool, can lead to a drowning death. Drowning accidents can also be the consequence of warning or other safety signs being missing or a lack of emergency life-saving equipment.

When the negligence of another has caused a drowning injury or wrongful death, please call a dedicated Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorney from our firm. With 86 years of combined experience, we know what it takes to see that personal injury victims are fairly compensated for their pain and suffering.

Fighting for Your Rights

Not all drownings are fatal and those that don't result in death can cause permanent brain injuries . This damage can have dire consequences such as memory and learning problems or an individual left in a permanent vegetative condition. The cost of medical care and treatment and related life issues can be staggering. This is where our attorneys may be of great service to you and your family.

The legal team at Weinstein, Scharf & Dubinsky fights hard for our clients' rights. Not only should you be compensated for what occurred, but those responsible need to be prevented from harming others in the future. By thorough investigation and preparation, followed by effective negotiation, many personal injury situations can be resolved through settlement. If that is not possible, we are skilled litigators who are fully ready to battle in court on your behalf.

If a drowning accident has caused injury or wrongful death, quickly contact a Fort Lauderdale drowning accident lawyer from our firm for help.