Swimming pools, beaches, water parks, and boats can be dangerous areas for children as well as adults. Our Atlanta, Georgia accidental drowning lawyer knows that drownings can happen very quickly and with little or no warning. Children lose consciousness after approximately two minutes underwater and brain injury occurs between four and six minutes. Most children who survive a near-drowning without neurological damage are found within two minutes after submersion. Most drowning fatalities occur after the victim had been submerged for over 10 minutes.
Finally, pool operators must undertake such other safety measures as may be reasonable under the circumstances.
At Ponton Law, we handle accidental drowning and near-drowning cases throughout the state of Georgia where death or serious injury results from the failure of public and private property owners and operators to take reasonable safety precautions under the circumstances. Ponton Law is committed to giving each client the time and attention he or she deserves. Our firm works as a team so that our clients get the benefit of the collective skill and effort of our experienced and highly trained attorneys, paralegals and investigators. Our legal team works relentlessly to obtain just compensation for our clients and their families.
Can You Sue If You Slip and Fall in a Store When They Had Caution Signs Up in Atlanta, GA?
A good number of defendants in a slip and fall case will argue that they posted a warning about the hazard. This raises the question, can you sue if you slip and fall in a store when they had caution signs up? If so or if not, how can an Atlanta Slip and Fall Accident Attorney ensure your rights are protected. Owner Liability According to the CDC, slip, and fall accidents are the leading cause of workplace injuries. 20 percent of adults who fall victim to these accidents sustain a serious injury such as a head injury or broken bones. To address this situation, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) sets forth requirements that employers should meet for their work environment to be considered safe. Some OSHA requirements for business include: Floors should be kept clean and dry to prevent slip and falls. Hallways, walkways, and stairs should be…
