Swimming Pool Accident

Drowning or Pool Injury? Finman Law Group Fights for You. Call 786-786-9633

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Swimming pools are everywhere in Florida and Texas — hotels, resorts, apartment complexes, Airbnbs, waterparks, community pools, and private homes.

But when property owners fail to maintain safe conditions or supervise properly, tragedies happen. Drownings, neardrownings, chemical burns, and slipandfall injuries can change a family’s life forever.

Finman Law Group steps in immediately to uncover the truth, hold negligent parties accountable, and fight for the full compensation you deserve. Property owners have insurance companies protecting them. Your family deserves a law firm that knows how to beat them.

Types of Swimming Pool Accident Cases We Handle

1. Drowning & NearDrowning

Often caused by:

Lack of supervision
No lifeguards
Broken gates
Poor visibility
Overcrowded pools

2. Apartment & HOA Pool Injuries

Broken gates
No safety equipment
Poor lighting
Slippery decks

3. Hotel & Resort Pool Accidents

No lifeguards
Unsafe pool decks
Overcrowding
Poor maintenance

4. Airbnb & ShortTerm Rental Pool Injuries

No fencing
No alarms
Unsafe conditions
Lack of supervision

5. Waterpark Injuries

Slide accidents
Wave pool injuries
Lifeguard negligence
Ride malfunctions

6. Chemical Burns & Toxic Exposure

Overchlorination
Improper chemical storage
Poor filtration

7. Slip & Fall Accidents

Slippery surfaces
Broken tiles
Poor drainage

8. Diving Injuries

Shallow water
No warning signs
Unsafe diving boards

If the pool was unsafe, we pursue compensation.

Common Injuries in Swimming Pool Accidents

Brain damage from oxygen loss
Traumatic brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Broken bones
Internal injuries
Chemical burns
Lacerations
Permanent disability
Wrongful death

We make sure every injury is documented, treated, and fully compensated.

Why Swimming Pool Cases Are So Complicated

Property owners and operators often:

Blame the victim
Claim “no one saw what happened”
Hide or delete video
Deny maintenance problems
Claim the pool was “properly supervised”
Refuse to release incident reports

We know their tactics — and we know how to shut them down.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Depending on the case:

Property owner
Hotel or resort
Apartment complex
HOA
Airbnb or VRBO host
Waterpark operator
Lifeguard company
Maintenance company
Pool service contractor
Equipment manufacturer

More defendants = more insurance coverage = higher compensation.

How Finman Law Group Fights Swimming Pool Accident Cases

1. We Take Over Immediately

You never speak to the property owner or insurer again.

2. We Get You Medical Treatment

Even if you don’t have health insurance.

3. We Investigate the Pool

We gather:

Surveillance footage
Maintenance logs
Chemical records
Lifeguard reports
Witness statements
Photos and videos
Prior complaints
Safety violations

4. We Prove Negligence

We show:

Unsafe conditions
Poor supervision
Broken gates or fences
Improper maintenance
Violations of safety laws

5. We Build a Medical & Financial Case

We document:

Injuries
Treatment
Future medical needs
Lost wages
Pain & suffering
Longterm disability

6. We Negotiate Aggressively

We don’t accept lowball offers.

7. We Litigate When Necessary

If they refuse to pay, we take them to court.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Medical bills
Future medical care
Lost wages
Loss of earning capacity
Pain & suffering
Emotional distress
Disability
Scarring & disfigurement
Longterm care
Wrongful death damages

We pursue every dollar available.

What To Do After a Swimming Pool Accident

1. Get medical attention immediately

Especially for neardrowning — brain injuries can be hidden.

2. Take photos and videos

Pool, gate, deck, lighting, signs.

3. Get witness information

Names, numbers, statements.

4. Don’t talk to the property owner

They will try to protect themselves.

5. Call Finman Law Group at 786-786-9633

We take over immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I pay anything upfront

No. You pay nothing unless we win.

What if the pool had “swim at your own risk” signs

That does NOT excuse negligence.

What if my child wandered into the pool area

Broken gates and poor supervision are major liability factors.

What if the property deleted video

We use other evidence to prove the case.

How long do I have to file a claim

Florida and Texas have strict deadlines — call immediately.

Pool Accidents Are Preventable. We Fight for Accountability.
Call 786-786-9633
Finman Law Group stands with victims and families.