Miami Swimming Pool Accident Lawyer
Behind every poolside tragedy is a family that deserves answers — and attorneys who actually listen.
When a Day by the Pool Changes Everything
When something goes wrong at the pool, everything changes fast. Medical decisions, bills, and unanswered questions start piling up before you’ve even had time to breathe. At Stabinski Law, we step in to steady the ground beneath you. When you call, you speak directly with an attorney who listens, explains what comes next, and acts quickly to protect your rights.
For more than 50 years, we’ve helped South Florida families after serious pool accidents and drownings. We combine the strength of a powerhouse firm with the attention you expect from a friend or neighbor. Results matter — but so does how you’re treated along your journey to justice.
Proven Pool Injury Experience That Makes Insurers Back Down
We’ve spent decades turning insurance pushback into payout for our pool accident clients.
Insurance companies don’t fold on swimming pool claims. They delay, deflect, and devalue. When responsibility runs through negligent owners, unsafe layouts, or defective drains, winning takes more than paperwork. It takes precision, persistence, and pressure.
At Stabinski Law, we’ve spent decades litigating complex drowning and near-drowning cases across South Florida. Every case gets full attorney attention and courtroom-level preparation: the kind that makes insurers settle, not stall.
- Trial-tested advocacy in serious pool and premises claims.
- Deep investigations, from safety codes to maintenance logs and witness accounts.
- Elite experts in aquatic safety, engineering, medicine, and life-care planning.
- Attorney-led strategy from the first call to the final decision.
Where other firms build brands, we build cases that win — the kind that change lives.
Common Swimming Pool Accidents in Miami
Miami’s climate invites year-round swimming at homes, apartments, hotels, short-term rentals, and community centers. With that access comes risk, especially when safety steps get skipped.
- Drownings & Near-Drownings: at private residences, condo/HOA pools, hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals.
- Slip & Falls on Wet Decks or Tiles: poor drainage, algae or product build-up, missing warnings, uneven coping.
- Diving & Shallow-Water Trauma: cervical spine injuries, brain injuries, and fractured vertebrae from improper depth or markings.
- Defective Equipment / Suction Entrapment: broken or missing drain covers, pump malfunctions, faulty ladders, slide defects.
- Negligent Supervision / Lifeguard Inattention: delayed response times, overcrowding, distractions, or inadequate staff.
- Barriers & Access Failures: broken latches, non-self-closing gates, missing alarms — especially dangerous for children.
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Who Can Be Held Liable for a Pool Accident?
Accidents don’t “just happen.” Someone failed to meet basic duties that ought to keep swimmers safe. Our attorneys, experienced with pool accidents across Miami and South Florida, map every possible avenue of responsibility:
Property Owners & Managers
Single-family homeowners, landlords, short-term rental hosts, and property managers who skipped maintenance or ignored known hazards.
Hotels, HOAs, and Apartment Complexes
Corporate pools bring corporate responsibilities — signage, staffing, inspections, and compliance with pool codes.
Manufacturers & Distributors
Defective drains, covers, pumps, ladders, slides, or lighting can trigger product liability claims when poor design or warnings put families at risk.
Maintenance & Service Companies
Vendors who leave slick surfaces, fail to balance chemicals, or miss dangerous conditions that a reasonable professional would have caught.
Contractors & Designers
Bad depth transitions, inadequate lighting, steps without contrasting edges, or layouts that create predictable harm.
We don’t stop at the first liable party. We trace the chain until accountability matches the harm.
After a Pool Accident in Florida: Know Your Rights. Act Fast.
The law protects you. We make sure it actually works for you.
Florida law holds property owners, managers, and product makers accountable when negligence causes harm. Here’s what that means and what to do next.
Florida Pool Safety and Liability Basics
Owners must keep pools reasonably safe and warn about hidden dangers. Ignoring hazards, skipping maintenance, or violating safety codes is negligence, plain and simple.
Safety Requirements: Florida’s pool laws mandate barriers, self-closing gates, and alarms to prevent drownings. A missing latch or broken alarm isn’t a small mistake; it’s a breach of duty.
Product Defects: Faulty drains, ladders, or slides can make manufacturers or maintenance companies just as responsible as owners.
Comparative Fault: Even if an insurer tries to shift blame, Florida law still allows recovery when fault is shared. Evidence—fast, clear, and complete—is everything.
What to Do Right After a Pool Accident
1. Get medical care. Internal or delayed injuries are common.
2. Take photos and videos. Capture pool conditions, safety equipment, and signage.
3. Collect names. Witnesses, staff, and managers.
4. File a report. Keep it factual and brief.
5. Stay silent with insurers. They’re trained to twist your words.
6. Call Stabinski Law. We secure evidence, line up experts, and handle insurers while you heal.
Compensation You Can Recover After a Pool Accident
Get someone on your side who will fight for the recovery your family deserves.
A pool accident disrupts routines, drains income, and reshapes the future. The compensation you recover should reflect the full impact of your loss and the life you’re rebuilding for you and your loved ones.Â
- Medical Treatment & Rehabilitation: emergency care, imaging, hospital stays, surgeries, physical therapy, occupational therapy, counseling.
- Lost Wages & Future Earning Capacity: missed paychecks, job changes, career setbacks.
- Pain, Suffering & Emotional Harm: fear of water, anxiety, sleep disruption, PTSD, grief.
- Home & Long-Term Care: in-home aides, transportation, accessibility modifications, adaptive equipment.
- Wrongful Death Damages: funeral expenses, loss of support, and the irreplaceable human loss a family carries.
The road to recovery is not easy. We know that firsthand, and that’s exactly why we’re committed to fighting for you every step of the way.
Isn’t it time you finally had someone on your side to stand up for you and your loved ones?
How We Build Cases That Win — and Relationships That Last
“Truly the best experience I’ve ever had with legal services. Highly recommended!”
Insurance companies don’t respect promises; they respect preparation. Every case we take is built for trial — even if it settles — because leverage comes from readiness, not noise. We build every case on hard evidence, trusted experts, and the human story that makes the loss impossible to ignore.
Exceptional service! The law firm exceeded all my expectations with their professionalism, expertise, integrity, and dedication. They handled my case with the utmost care and attention, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. Truly the best experience I’ve ever had with legal services. Highly recommended! —Jose D.
We prepare like every case is war — and care like every client is family.
- Over 50 Years in Miami: A family firm trusted across South Florida since 1970.
- Powerhouse Results, Boutique Care: Big-firm resources, small-firm attention.
- Attorney Access, Always: You speak with the lawyer handling your case, not a call center.
- Bilingual and Local: Hablamos español. We represent Miami because we are Miami.
- No Fees Unless We Win: Simple. Honest. Exactly how it should be.
Billboards fade. Preparation, persistence, and compassion don’t.
Questions We Hear About Pool Cases
How long do I have to file a pool injury claim in Florida?
The deadline can approach fast. Evidence fades and memories blur, so the earlier we get involved, the stronger your position.
What if a child was hurt or drowned?
Parents or guardians can bring claims for injuries or wrongful death. We handle these cases with the care and privacy they deserve.
What if the pool owner is a friend or neighbor?
Claims are typically handled by insurance, not taken from personal savings. We keep relationships in mind while we protect your rights.
Do I have to go to court?
Many cases resolve pre-trial. We still prepare as if a jury is waiting. That pressure often leads to better outcomes.
What will it cost me to hire Stabinski Law?
Nothing up front. We work on contingency. If there’s no recovery, there’s no fee.
I was visiting Miami from out of state. Can you help?
Yes, we work with visitors regularly. If the incident happened here, we can file here and coordinate with your doctors back home.
Hurt in a Pool Accident? Talk to Miami Lawyers Who Have Your Back
When a pool accident turns your life upside down, you deserve answers — and action. When you reach out to Stabinski Law, you’ll work directly with a Miami swimming pool injury lawyer who listens, explains your rights, and shapes a plan around your family’s needs.
Free consultation. No fees unless we win.
No scripts. No hand-offs. Just real lawyers, real communication, and real results for your pool accident claim.
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What Sets Us Apart?
Ready for Trial if Needed
We are fierce trial attorneys who know how to confidently litigate cases in front of a judge and jury.
Can Handle Every Stage of a Legal Matter
We can walk you through each step of your case, from the initial consultation all the way to a trial, if necessary.
Resolve Most Cases Without a Trial
As skilled attorneys, we are often able to help our clients avoid a costly trial while delivering positive results.
Offer Accessibility and Services 24/7
We are never too busy to speak with you or address your concerns.
