Riverside Swimming Pool Accident Lawyer

A serious pool injury can leave a family facing emergency treatment, long-term care, and difficult questions about responsibility. Contact Hanson & Mouri online or call (951) 688-0006 to arrange a free consultation about a potential Riverside swimming pool accident claim.

Why Families Choose Hanson & Mouri for Pool Accident Claims

Since 1999, our firm has successfully represented people facing serious injuries and significant changes to their daily lives.

An experienced attorney, such as Dani Mouri, personally reviews your case, listens to your concerns, and explains the strategy behind important decisions.

We handle claims on a contingency fee basis, so you pay no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. It’s the Dani Difference.

What Causes Swimming Pool Accidents?

A pool owner or operator has a duty to address foreseeable dangers. Common hazards include:

Broken gates.

Missing fencing.

Slippery decks.

Cloudy water.

Defective drain covers.

Unsafe diving areas.

Poor lighting.

Electrical problems.

Excessive chemical exposure.

Inadequate supervision can also contribute to a drowning or near-drowning at hotels, apartment complexes, schools, gyms, and other facilities.

Depending on the facts, premise liability may rest with a homeowner, landlord, homeowners association, business, public agency, maintenance contractor, equipment manufacturer, or several parties.

California Pool Accident Laws

Property Owner Negligence

Everyone is responsible for an injury caused by a “want of ordinary care” under California Civil Code §1714. This rule may apply when a property owner knew or reasonably should have known about an unsafe condition but failed to repair it, restrict access, or provide a warning.

Required Pool Safety Features

California Health and Safety Code §115922 requires certain newly constructed or remodeled pools at private single-family homes to have “at least two” qualifying drowning-prevention features. These may include an enclosure, safety cover, self-closing doors, or an approved alarm. Missing, damaged, or nonworking safeguards may provide evidence that access to the water could have been prevented.

Pure Comparative Negligence

California also applies pure comparative negligence. In Li v. Yellow Cab Co. of California, the California Supreme Court held that an injured person’s negligence “shall not bar recovery.” A property owner may argue that a guest ignored a warning or that an adult failed to supervise a child. Shared fault can reduce compensation, but it does not automatically eliminate the claim.

Filing Deadline

Under California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1, most injury lawsuits must be filed “within two years.” A claim involving a city-operated pool may require notice “not later than six months” under Government Code §911.2.

Why Hiring a Swimming Pool Accident Lawyer in Riverside is Critical

Swimming pool accident claims often require proof of who controlled the property, who was responsible for supervision, and whether required safety measures were in place. Important evidence may also be changed, repaired, or removed after the incident, which makes early investigation especially important. A lawyer can help by:

Preserve photographs, surveillance footage, inspection records, and damaged equipment.

Determine who controlled the pool and who was responsible for specific safety measures.

Consult medical and safety professionals about the cause and long-term consequences of the injury.

Handle insurer communications and evaluate whether a settlement reflects future care needs.

This allows you to concentrate on your family and recovery while the attorney manages the claim.

Discuss Your Riverside Pool Injury Claim

During a free consultation, Hanson & Mouri will review how the accident occurred and outline the next steps available to you. Contact the firm online or call (951) 688-0006 to arrange your consultation.