Austin Drowning Accident Attorney

Swimming Injury Claims

There is almost nothing as refreshing as a dip in the water on a hot day. As any parent can attest children seem to have a special fascination with water and can spend hours playing in a pool. Rivers and lakes offer a variety of water sports during the hot Texas summers. Wherever there is water there is also a danger of accidents and a need for careful supervision. Water parks, hotels, clubs, apartment houses and private pool owners have a responsibility maintain pools in a safe a secure condition. There is nothing more tragic than a day of fun which ends in a serious or fatal water related accident. When the accident was caused by the negligence of another it is important that that talk to an Austin personal injury attorney.

Drowning Accident Lawyer in Austin

Drowning and near-drowning accidents can happen in a variety of ways and settings. Improperly installed fences and gates, defective gate latches, defective pool drains lifeguard failures, negligent boat operators, and numerous other violations can cause serious accidents. Tragically many water accidents involve small children who are strongly drawn to water. After car accidents, drowning is the second major cause of death in children under 15 years of age. This is why pool fences and gates must be well maintained to prevent children from gaining access to a pool without supervision. Near drowning incidents can result in brain injury due to lack of oxygen which can change the course of the victim's life. A drowning accident lawyer at our firm helps families who have lost a loved one or had a loved one seriously injured by providing aggressive legal representation in personal injury claims for damages.

Our legal team has the resources to conduct an investigation into the incident to determine the cause and identify any safety violations or negligence. As Texas Super Lawyers, Barry & Loewy LLP have the know-how to help you obtain the full compensation you deserve. A personal injury lawyer at our firm will listen carefully to your concerns and is prepared to take immediate action.

Contact an Austin drowning accident attorney at our firm to discuss your rights and find out how we can help.