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Swimming Pool Accidents Lawyer in New Canaan, CT

If you’ve been hurt in a swimming-pool-related accident in New Canaan, or if you’ve lost a loved one in a pool accident, contact our New Canaan attorneys to ask about a free review of your case.

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New Canaan, CT Swimming Injuries Drowning Accidents Attorney

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Despite efforts to remain safe and responsible around water- swimming pools, water parks, hot tubs, lakes, beaches, ponds, bathtubs, etc. – spinal cord injuries are common and drownings occur at harrowing rates.

If you or a loved one has been affected by a pool injury or drowning as a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of others, contact Buckley Wynne Parese immediately. We offer all prospective clients a free initial consultation.

“Early investigation is necessary to identify all responsible parties.”

The National Safety Council Reports:

Swimming in the United States

  • Swimming is the 4th Most Popular Recreational Activity and the 1st Most Popular Amongst Children and Teens
  • 36% of Children (Aged 7-17) and 15% of Adults Swim At Least Six Times a Year
  • Roughly 91 Million People (Over Age 16) Swim in Oceans, Lakes, and Rivers Each Year

Injuries and Drownings in the United States

  • Among the 42 States with Drowning Data, Connecticut has One of the Lowest Rates of Fatal Drownings
  • Drowning is the Leading Cause of Unintentional Injury Death Among Children Aged 1 – 4 and the 2nd Leading Cause Among Children Aged 5 – 9
  • There are Over 7,000 Drowning Deaths a Year- More Than 80% Occur in Residential Pools or Spas
  • For Each Drowning Death, there is Estimated to be 1 – 4 Nonfatal Submersions Serious Enough to Require Hospitalization
  • Among Drowning Victims Who Survive and Are Treated in the Emergency Room, Half Require Further Care as they Often Experience Brain Damage

Source: SNICC.org CDC.org

Swimming in Connecticut – BWP is your Swimming Pool Accident Lawyer New Canaan

There are many opportunities and places to swim in the State of Connecticut. Below is Connecticut’s Department of Energy Environmental Protection’s map and list of the designated swimming spots at its State Parks. Connecticut is also home to many lakes, rivers, ponds and public swimming pools.

Source: CT.gov

Swim Parks in CT
  • Black Rock (Watertown)
  • Burr Pond (Torrington)
  • Chatfield Hollow (Killingworth)
  • Cockaponset State Forest (Chester)
  • Day Pond (Colchester)
  • Gardner Lake (Salem)
  • Gay City (Hebron)
  • Hammonasset Beach (Madison)
  • Hopeville Pond (Griswold)
  • Indian Well (Shelton)
  • Lake Waramaug (Kent)
  • Mashamoquet Brook (Pomfret)
  • Mount Tom (Litchfield)
  • Pachaug State (Voluntown)
  • Quaddick (Thompson)
  • Rocky Neck (Niantic)
  • Sherwood Island (Westport)
  • Silver Sands (Milford)
  • Squantz Pond (New Fairfield)
  • Stratton Brook (Simsbury)
  • Wadsworth Falls (Middletown)
  • Wharton Brook (Wallingford)

Pool Laws in Connecticut

1. Public and Private Pools – Fence Requirements:

  • 4 Feet Above the Grade
  • Less Than 4 Inches Between Pickets/Slats
  • Chain Link Fence: Maximum Mesh Size of 2.25 Inches

2. Public Pools Must Be Equipped With:

  • American National Red Cross 24-Unit First Aid Kit
  • An Emergency Telephone or Device
  • Warning Signs Displayed When No Lifeguards are On Duty
  • Lifeguard Stands Must Be Raised Four Feet from the Ground

3. Day Care Centers Must Have the Following Staff to Child Ratios:

  • 1:1- Infants up to 12 Months
  • 1:2- Children Aged 1 to 3
  • 1:4 Children Aged 3 to 5
  • 1:6- School Aged

4. Safety Covers Must Hold a Minimum of 485lbs Per 5 Square Feet

Factors Influencing Injury Drowning Risk

  • Failure to Adequately Secure Pools
    • Lack of Barriers (Fencing, Gates, Latches)
    • Appropriate Pool Coverings
  • Failure to Provide Proper Supervision
    • Inattentive Lifeguards or Lifeguards with Inadequate Training
  • Failure to Properly Maintain Pools
    • Hazardous Walkways
    • Unsafe Drains and Drain Covers
    • Lack of Proper Lighting
    • Slide, Diving Board and Ladder Maintenance
    • Defective or Missing Rails/Steps
  • Failure to Post Warning Signs
    • No Clearly Defined Water Depth Signs
    • No Clearly Defined Safety Signs

Contact Buckley Wynne Parese, New Canaan’s favorite Swimming Pool injury attorney

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