JENKINTOWN PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS

Slips and falls can happen anywhere, and the swimming pool is no exception. The perfect combination of hard, slick surfaces and an abundance of water make Philadelphia swimming pools a prime locale for Pennsylvania slip-and-fall accidents. Fortunately, most poolside slips, trips, and falls can be prevented.

When you visit a pool, you should follow pool rules and watch for hazards. However, you are not the only one responsible for your safety. Pennsylvania premises liability law requires swimming pool owners to take certain safety precautions to prevent swimming pool injuries:

• Pools must be surrounded by a fence or other safety barrier.
• All equipment should be in good shape.
• Flooring near pools should be covered with a non-slip surface to provide traction and reduce the risk of slip-and-fall accidents.
• Handrails should be placed in slippery areas.
• Walkways should be kept free of obstacles and debris.
• People should not be allowed to run near the pool. “No running” rules should be posted and enforced.
• Signs should warn of potential hazards.

When a pool owner does not take appropriate precautions, the owner may be held liable for any injuries that result from his negligence. Pennsylvania swimming pool injury victims may claim damages for hospital bills, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

If you or your child was injured in a swimming pool accident, please contact the Philadelphia personal injury lawyers at Mednick, Mezyk, and Kredo at 888-807-WORK. We’ll be able to tell you if you have a Pennsylvania premises liability claim. The initial consultation is free.