Pools and Child Safety

Every year hundreds of young children die from drowning in swimming pools. While pools can be a great and fun tool for keeping children entertained and active, they can also pose a very serious threat. That is why it is so important to take measures to keep your loved ones safe whenever they use a swimming pool.

If your child has been injured or killed in a pool accident influenced by the negligence of someone else, you have a right to seek fiscal compensation for the damage done. Contact the Jacksonville personal injury lawyer Donald Guthrie, P.A. today at 904-296-1088 to learn more about your options from an experienced and compassionate attorney.

Tips for Child Safety Near Pools

The following steps can help keep the young ones in your life safer near pools:

• Never leave a child unsupervised near a pool.
• If you have a backyard pool, install a secure fence around the pool with a lockable gate.
• Have rescue equipment nearby a pool where children could be swimming.
• Be CPR certified or have someone who is nearby when kids are swimming.
• Do not leave toys in the pool.

These steps can help you protect your children and keep them safe when they are in or nearby a pool.

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If your loved one has been involved in a pool accident influenced by the negligence of another, you may be eligible to collect damages related to your pain and suffering. The Jacksonville personal injury lawyer Donald Guthrie, P.A. has the experience you need on your side when fighting for the compensation you deserve. Contact our office today at 904-296-1088 to learn more about your options.