Seattle Drowning Accident Lawyer
Drownings can occur in nearly any body of water. This includes places individuals typically think of, such as rivers, pools, or the ocean. However, drownings can also happen inside of hot tubs, bathtubs, or even man-made ponds inside of a yard or park. At Elk & Elk, we are here to help if you need a Seattle drowning accident attorney by your side. If the careless or negligent actions of another party led to the drowning of a loved one, our personal injury law firm in Seattle wants to help you recover closure and compensation for what happened.
Why Choose Elk & Elk for Assistance?
- At Elk & Elk, our team helps family members and victims of near drowning seek maximum compensation after these incidents. We know that money will not undo what happened, but it can help ease financial difficulties.
- We handle Seattle drowning accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means clients only have to worry about legal fees after we successfully secure the compensation they are entitled to.
- We firmly believe in putting the clients first, which means we will leave an open line of communication throughout the entire case for any questions or concerns you have.
Who Could be Liable for a Drowning Incident in WA
There may be various parties who could be held liable for a drowning or near-drowning accident in Seattle. Liability will depend solely on the circumstances surrounding the accident but could include one more of the following parties:
- Manufacturers of any recreational equipment near a body of water, including diving boards, boats, docks, etc.
- Manufacturers of swimming pools or components inside the swimming pool
- Retailers, installers, or distributors of the pool and pool equipment
- Residential property owners
- Hotel, resort, or apartment owners or managers
- Government entities that operate pools for the public
- School districts and administration
- Recreational club operators
- Private companies that operate on or around the water
Determining liability can be challenging, but it is a crucial component of securing compensation after these incidents occur. Your attorney will help conduct a complete investigation into the case to hold the right parties accountable for their actions.
Compensation for Families or Victims
There may be various types of compensation available for family members of drowning victims or victims of near drowning. Our this team works diligently to recover both economic and non-economic damages on behalf of clients, which can include the following after a drowning incident:
- All emergency and current medical bills
- Future medical bills related to a new drowning incident
- Physical and emotional pain and suffering damages
- Compensation for rehabilitation or physical therapy
- Coverage of permanent injuries or disabilities
- Cost of in-home or institutionalized care for a near-drowning victim
- Lost wages of a victim if they can no longer work or if they pass away
- Loss of enjoyment of life for a victim if the injury prevents them from carrying out regular activities
- Funeral and burial expenses
Call a Seattle Drowning Accident Lawyer Today
Every year across the country, there are approximately 4,000 unintentional drownings and 8,000 non-fatal drownings, according to the CDC.
If you have lost a loved one in a drowning incident or if someone you love has suffered near-drowning injuries, we encourage you to reach out to a member of our team today. At Elk & Elk, we have extensive experience handling complex premises liability claims, and we understand the laws surrounding these incidents. Let us get to work investigating your claim and helping you recover the closure and compensation you need.
You can contact us for a free consultation of your claim by filling out our contact form or calling us as soon as possible. We are standing by to help.