Swimming Pool Injury Lawyer – Serving Pennsylvania & New Jersey

Injured at a swimming pool? Whether it happened at a private residence, hotel, apartment complex, or public facility, a swimming pool injury can change your life in an instant. At Kane & Silverman, we help victims and families across Pennsylvania and New Jersey hold negligent property owners and businesses accountable.

We Handle All Types of Swimming Pool Injury Claims

From minor accidents to catastrophic injuries and wrongful death, we’ve seen how dangerous pools can be when safety isn’t taken seriously. Our firm represents victims of:

• Drownings and near-drownings
  
• Slip and fall injuries on wet or unsafe surfaces
• Injuries due to broken or missing pool gates/fencing
  
• Diving accidents and spinal cord injuries
  
• Chemical exposure or unsafe pool maintenance
  
• Defective pool equipment or drains (entrapment injuries)

Whether the pool was public, private, or commercial, we’ll help you understand your rights and options for financial recovery.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Liability depends on the type of property and circumstances surrounding the injury. You may have a claim against:

• Homeowners or landlords
• Hotels, motels, or resorts
• Apartment or condo complexes
• Municipal pool operators
• Lifeguard companies or pool staff
• Maintenance and/or repair company for faulty service
• Manufacturers of faulty pool equipment

We investigate the details of your case to determine who was responsible and how they failed to keep people safe.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Pool injuries can lead to serious and lifelong consequences. You may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical bills (past and future)
• Pain and suffering
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Emotional distress
• Long-term care and rehabilitation
• Wrongful death damages (if you lost a loved one)

Why Choose Kane & Silverman?

• Decades of experience handling complex injury claims in PA and NJ
• Aggressive advocates who don’t back down from insurance companies
• Proven results in serious injury and premises liability cases
• No fee unless we win
  
• Free consultation—speak directly with an attorney

We’re not just another law firm—we’re trusted injury lawyers who fight for real people. Let us help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

Get a Free Consultation Today

Don’t wait. Evidence disappears quickly in pool injury cases, and strict deadlines apply. If you or a loved one has been injured in a swimming pool accident, call Kane & Silverman today or fill out our online form for a free, no-obligation consultation.

Swimming Pool Injury FAQs

What should I do if I or a loved one was injured in a swimming pool accident?
If you’re hurt in a pool accident, seek medical attention immediately—even if injuries don’t seem serious at first. Document the scene with photos or video, report the incident to the property owner or manager, and gather witness information if possible. Then, contact a personal injury attorney to discuss your legal options.

Who is responsible for a swimming pool injury?
Responsibility depends the details of the situation. Homeowners, landlords, hotels, apartment complexes, or even public agencies may be held liable if their negligence caused the injury—such as failing to maintain the pool, ignoring safety regulations, or providing inadequate supervision.

Can I file a claim if the accident happened on private property?
If a pool owner failed to take reasonable steps to keep guests or children safe, they may be legally responsible for injuries that happen on their property—even if you were a guest at a private home.

Do I have a case if my child was injured or drowned in a pool?
Possibly. Children are especially vulnerable around pools, and property owners have a legal duty to take extra precautions—such as installing gates, locks, and supervision. If safety measures were lacking, you may have a valid claim.

How long do I have to file a swimming pool injury claim in PA or NJ?
In both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, you generally have two years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, if the pool is operated by a government entity (like a public pool), shorter notice requirements may apply. That’s why it’s critical to speak with an experienced swimming pool injury attorney as soon as possible.

What if the pool didn’t have a lifeguard on duty?
Depending on the type of property and local laws, the absence of a lifeguard may be considered negligence—especially if no warning signs were posted. We’ll investigate whether proper supervision or signage was required and if those standards were violated.

How much does it cost to hire a swimming pool injury lawyer?
At Kane & Silverman, there’s no upfront cost to hire us for a swimming pool injury claim. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay anything unless we win your case.