Swimming Pool Drains

Swimming is a favorite sport and recreational activity for many Americans.  Especially in warm summer months, it is nice to go for a dip in the neighborhood pool or a pool at someone’s private residence.  Most modern pools function on some type of filtration system, necessary to keep the water clear and clean.  Unfortunately, pool drains can pose a grave danger, especially to children or less experienced swimmers.

By far the most common danger with pool drains is that if they are missing their cover or turned up too high, they can entrap people swimming near them through their strong suction.  This could result in a drowning or near drowning, as the individual struggles to get free of the device but is incapable.  Sometimes hair or clothing gets sucked into the machine, causing a sort of mechanical entrapment as well.

Another horrifying situation is much less common.  There have been a few instances in the U.S. and in other countries of children being eviscerated by swimming pool drains.  The child gets caught on the drain, and the suction is so strong as to cause transanal extraction of organs.  This can cause extensive damage, and has also resulted in death.

Both of these situations are horrifying.  An exciting summer activity can turn into a terrifying catastrophe in the blink of an eye.  Those who own or operate pools are required to keep them safe for swimmers, which means using safe drains, running them at reasonable levels, and always making sure they are covered.  If your loved one was injured or killed due to the negligence of a pool owner or manager, you may be entitled to financial compensation.  Call the Stevens Point personal injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. at 800-242-2874 today and learn more about your rights.