Los Angeles Injury Lawyer Blog

In recent blog, we discussed how drowning is a leading killer among children during Southern California summers. Multiple drowning scenarios may mean that others are to blame for a death by drowning. Those instances include (a) a swimming pool or hot tub that is not properly fitted with the required safety drains and drainage systems, (b) a swimming area at which a life guard should be present but is not, (c) a swimming area that requires fencing or other barriers, but lacks it, or (d) improperly or poorly trained care personnel who mishandle a drowning situation. While many of these instances may occur at a public pool or spa, private locations and residences may also be at fault if a drowning occurs. Learn more about negligence and swimming accidents at www.alawpro.com. In a tragic case, a 4-year old buy drowned at his first day of Summer Camp in Santa Barbara, and now his parents have been awarded a settlement after a jury found multiple parties guilty of negligence and wrongful death. If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in a So Cal swimming accident, call 1-800-ALAWPRO to speak to a lawyer for free.

The boy drowned at the Cathedral Oaks Athletic Club swimming pool 3 years ago. His parents sued employees of the club, its owner, and other entities for damages including funeral and medical expenses. Part of the drowning which lasted 8 minutes was caught on tape. The camp had no license. The lifeguard was not present at the time of the incident. The counselors performed “improper CPR,” and multiple other factors were included in the ruling. The settlement was for $15 million, not including punitive damages.

If you or someone you love has been hurt in California, you should seek legal advice now. At the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP we offer more than 50 years combined legal experience. Call us at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for you confidential and free consultation, and let us do all the work and worrying for you.