As sad as it is, children drowning in pools is an all too common occurrence.

According to the CDC:

• There are about 10 pool drowning deaths per day.
• Children ages 1-4 have the highest drowning rates.
• For every child who dies from drowning, another 5 receive emergency care.

Even when not fatal, “drowning injuries can cause severe brain damage that may result in long-term disabilities such as memory problems, learning disabilities, and permanent loss of basic functioning.”

What Every Public Pool Owner Should Know

Drowning prevention should be a top priority of every public pool owner.

Follow these prevention guidelines to help keep kids safe in and around your pool:

• Get all required pool inspections done yearly.
• Have a proper barrier (perimeter fencing, keyed-access doors, etc.).
• Provide properly trained lifeguards, if possible.
• Enforce safety rules.

Remember, if a pool drowning takes place on your property, the law may hold you responsible.

What Every Parent Should Know

The main factors that contribute to a child’s pool drowning (as far as what a parent can control), is a lack of swimming ability, a failure to wear a life jacket, and a lack of supervision. However, even with the most diligent, watchful eye, accidents can happen.

Medical care and funeral costs can place an enormous financial burden on your family, and no amount of money can truly pay for the emotional trauma of a drowning. That’s why it’s important to know your rights when it comes to holding a negligent party responsible for a severe injury or death.  

Call for a Free Consultation about a Pool Drowning

If your child has suffered a serious injury or has died from a pool drowning, speaking with an experienced injury attorney can help ease your burden, both financially and emotionally.

Contact Ahlander Injury Law to find out if a negligent public pool owner should be held responsible for your child’s pool drowning.

Car accidents are a fact of life, and they affect many Nevada drivers. Fortunately, there are measures you can take to help make the experience less difficult.

One of the things you can do is to make sure you are well covered with suitable auto insurance. In fact, Nevada state law requires all drivers to maintain car insurance.

Nevada Vehicle Insurance Requirements

Nevada car insurance laws require all drivers in Nevada to be insured for bodily injury and property damage. Bodily injury liability insurance needs to have a minimum coverage of $15,000 per person and $30,000 per accident.

The minimum amount of Nevada automobile insurance coverage required for property damage is $10,000. You can opt for greater coverage to help protect yourself and your finances even better.

How to Protect Yourself Against Uninsured Drivers

Additional non-required insurance includes comprehensive and collision coverage. They offer more protection in cases of accidents and incidents like theft. You can also opt for uninsured/underinsured coverage to protect yourself in case you get into an accident with someone lacking proper coverage.

But what do you do if you have been in an accident with someone who doesn’t have insurance and you do not have additional coverage? You may need to consult an experienced legal professional who can answer your questions and explain all your options.

Don’t let someone else’s negligence make you pay more. Contact Ahlander Injury Law for professional legal help. We know Nevada vehicle insurance requirements and laws and can help you get the solutions you need.