Swimming pools are highly dangerous when they are not used properly. If you do not know how to swim or if you have an accident and hit your head, you can potentially drown. However, the owner of the swimming pool might attempt to avoid liability due to the assumption of risk. 

Assumed Risk

When accused of being responsible for an accident, a defendant might make the argument of assumption of risk as a defense. With this defense, the owner of the swimming pool will argue that you understood that the recreational activity was dangerous and that you assumed the risk anyway.

However, in some cases, assumed risk is not considered a valid defense and your personal injury lawyer may still be able to help you receive compensation for your injuries.

Concealed Risks

Commonly assumed risks are not considered to be acceptable if the risks are concealed from you. For example, if you are lead to believe that there would be a lifeguard on duty when there actually wasn't, you might still be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

Unnecessary Risks

You may also be entitled to compensation if the danger of the swimming pool was increased exponentially by actions taken by the owner of the pool, you may be able to hold the other party at fault.

For example, if you go to jump off the diving board and it breaks because it was not kept in good condition, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries as a result of falling into the pool and injuring yourself.

What to Do After Your Accident

After you become injured in the pool, you will need to go to the doctor as soon as you can. If you believe that you are seriously injured, contact emergency services so that you can be taken to the hospital.

However, if you do not believe that you are very seriously injured, you should still schedule an appointment at your doctor's office as soon as possible. Your injuries might be more severe than you think.

Building Your Case

Once you have been treated for your injuries, you'll want to speak to your personal injury attorney so you can begin the process of building your case. While your personal injury attorney will be prepared to represent you in court, the best possible outcome is if they are able to help you negotiate a very large settlement.

For more information, contact a personal injury lawyer near you.