You may be eligible to file a Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawsuit / Acetaminophen Autism ADHD Claim if you or a loved one used Tylenol and/ or Acetaminophen during pregnancy, and your child was subsequently diagnosed with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Legal action is being strategized by our attorneys for Horizon Therapeutics’ failure to properly warn patients of potential hearing loss side effects.
You may be eligible to file a Tepezza Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Tepezza and subsequently suffered permanent hearing loss or tinnitus.
If you or a loved one took Elmiron and subsequently suffered vision loss, blindness, or any other eye injury linked to the prescription drug.
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You may qualify to participate in a 3M Combat Arms Earplugs Lawsuit if:
Over 140,000 Exactech hip, knee and ankle implants have been recalled due to packaging errors that can lead to the breakdown of parts vital to the device’s function.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an Exactech implant device, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
You may be eligible to file a Hair Straightener Cancer Lawsuit if you or a loved one used chemical hair straighteners, hair relaxers, or other similar hair products, and subsequently were diagnosed with:
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Over one million people, who were present at Camp Lejeune (North Carolina) between 1953 and 1987, may have been exposed to toxic substances in the water.
The Camp Lejeune Contaminated Water Lawsuit can apply to you, a family member, or a loved one who lived at Camp Lejeune (North Carolina) and suffered health effects from the decades of water contamination that occurred.
Toxic chemicals in Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF Firefighting Foam) have been linked to numerous types of cancer, including:
AFFF Firefighting Foam lawsuits aim to hold manufacturers accountable for putting peoples’ health at risk.
If you have been exposed to Paraquat and diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease may be eligible to pursue compensation, and entitled to participate in the paraquat lawsuit.
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Certain above ground pools feature a support band that can be used by children as a foothold to gain access to the pool.
Lawsuits are being filed on behalf of children and families affected by above ground pool accidents.
Certain models of above ground pools contain design flaws that can be used by children to access pools without the use of a ladder.
Negligence of owners, operators, and manufacturers are common causes of injuries and wrongful deaths in swimming pools.
There are two main types of claims that can be filed in these cases: product defect claims and premises liability claims.
On this page, we’ll discuss an overview of Above Ground Pool Accidents, lawsuits surrounding above ground pool accidents, statistics on drowning incidents in above ground pools, and much more.
Above ground swimming pools are an affordable alternative to in-ground pools, and are a common feature of backyards across America.
Certain models of above ground pools, specifically pools with a rubber or nylon support band that weaves throughout the walls of the pool, may pose extreme safety risks to young children.
Nylon support bands on some above ground pools can be used as a foothold for children to access the pool without the use of a ladder.
Resulting incidents can be catastrophic.
Lawsuits are being filed on behalf of parents whose young children suffered injuries and accidental death as a result of above ground pool accidents.
If your or a loved one’s child accessed an above ground pool using this design flaw, and were subsequently injured or died, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the pool manufacturer.
Contact TorHoerman Law’s team of personal injury and product liability lawyers for a free consultation.
Instances of child drownings have occurred with defective above ground pools.
In order to address the serious risks associated with above ground pools, our law firm is investigating legal action against pool manufacturers.
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Certain above ground pools contain a design flaw that make it easy for a child to access the pool without the use of a pool ladder.
Some above ground pools are manufactured using a nylon or rubber support band that weaves throughout the bottom half of the pool’s exterior.
Young children can use the nylon band as a foothold to gain access to the pool.
Child drowning incidents can result in serious injuries, long-term health problems, and death.
If you or a loved one’s child drowned or was injured after accessing an above ground pool using a nylon or rubber support brace as a foothold, you may be eligible to take legal action against the manufacturer.
Contact our law firm for a free consultation and to get in touch with our personal injury lawyers who are investigating these defective above ground pools.
Several above ground pools manufactured by different companies and sold on sites like Amazon, Walmart, EBay, and more use nylon or rubber support bands in their designs.
Above ground pools with the potential hazards of support braces include:
Above-ground pools have long been a popular choice for many families, offering the luxury of pool ownership without the hefty price tag or permanent commitment.
However, recent lawsuits filed by our firm have highlighted a concerning design flaw in certain models of these pools which can pose severe safety risks to young children.
The root of the concern is a rubber or nylon band that weaves in and out of the pool, originally designed to prevent the bottom of the pool from expanding.
But, unintentionally, this band acts as a foothold, allowing children to gain unauthorized access to the pool without the use of a ladder.
Multiple reports submitted to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reporting platform have shown that support bands on above ground pools are a potential danger to young children.
CPSC reports on this design flaw and subsequent incidents include the following incidents:
A 2.5-year-old child managed to climb the side of an Intex metal frame pool using a band situated about a foot off the ground.
Despite removing the ladder to prevent access and the presence of other children outside, the child nearly drowned after being unsupervised for just a few minutes.
Concerned about the pool’s design posing a threat in other homes, the parent sought to raise awareness among consumers about this potential hazard.
A family purchased an Intex Ultra Frame 16′ x 48″ above-ground pool for their backyard.
Despite their vigilance around pool safety with their three small children, they discovered their 2-year-old standing on the pool’s restraining belt, which raised him high enough to risk falling into the water.
The family contacted Intex Corp. to highlight this potential safety issue.
Intex’s response was to advise supervision, but the family wanted to stress that not every consumer might be as watchful, emphasizing the need for broader awareness.
A couple bought a 15′ x 48″ Intex Corporation quick set-up pool from Toys R Us, intending to teach their 3-year-old daughter to swim.
Despite safety measures, such as alarms on doors and yard fencing, the child was found face-down in the pool just days after its purchase.
Thankfully, she was resuscitated by her father.
Before dismantling the pool, the child demonstrated how she accessed it — using a strap partway up the pool’s side to step on, and then climbing over the top.
The family expressed concerns about the widespread availability of such pools with little safety information provided upon purchase.
They emphasized that despite seeming like a safe and affordable option, these pools have potential risks that many might overlook.
The family advocates for more safety regulations on these types of pools, including mandatory fencing around them.
It goes without saying that a tragic potential outcome of a child accessing an above ground swimming pool could be drowning resulting in death.
Children rescued from drowning can suffer serious injuries and long-term effects.
Injuries suffered by young kids who have accessed above ground pools using the nylon band include:
The profound tragedy of drownings and the permanent scars of near-drownings have left many families devastated.
Legal action is being taken on behalf of families affected by above ground pool defects and related drowning incidents.
On June 8, 2023, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released its annual drowning and submersion report that studied the estimated number of pool or spa-related nonfatal drowning injuries and fatal drownings between 2020 and 2022.
Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death among children ages 1-4 and this report aims to raise awareness of the importance of water safety around pools and spas.
According to the 2023 CPSC data, the potential for fatal drownings and nonfatal drowning injuries remains high for children under the age of 15.
The report uncovered the following:
Implementing safety precautions when installing and maintaining above ground pools is essential for parents.
Safety measures to prevent drowning include:
Lawsuits are being filed on behalf of children who drowned as a result of using support bands as footholds.
If your child drowned or was injured in an above ground pool accident involving the use of a support band as a foothold, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit.
Contact TorHoerman Law for a free consultation with the lawyers investigating this matter.
Experienced lawyers can help you throughout the legal process, advocating on your family’s behalf.
Your lawyer will help you gather evidence and assess damages in your case.
Evidence is extremely important in cases filed against manufacturers for defective and dangerous products.
Your lawyer will help you gather evidence relevant to your case.
Evidence in lawsuits for defective above ground pools may include:
Damages refer to the total amount of losses, economic and non-economic, incurred as a result of accidents involving defective above ground pools.
Your attorney will help you assess and calculate damages in your case.
Potential damages in legal action for above ground pool accidents may include:
While parents may assume that above ground pools are designed and sold with care, it’s been found that certain above ground pools contain defects that can put children at risk.
If your child drowned or was injured in an above ground pool accident involving the use of a support band as a foothold, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit.
Contact TorHoerman Law for a free consultation with the lawyers investigating this matter.
You can also use the chatbot on this page to get in touch with our legal team.
Above ground pools are purchased to be cost-effective alternatives to in-ground swimming pools.
Defects on certain above ground pools can result in serious risks, injuries, and even deaths of children.
Our law firm’s aim is to seek justice and compensation for families affected by above ground pool defects.
The main design flaw in certain above ground pools being investigated by our law firm is the presence of a rubber or nylon support band that weaves throughout the walls of the pool, about one foot off the ground.
This band, designed to keep the pool’s bottom from expanding, can inadvertently act as a foothold.
This allows children to climb and access the pool without the use of a ladder, increasing the risk of unsupervised entries and potential drownings.
Several above ground pools manufactured by companies like Bestway and Intex have this concerning design feature.
Specific models include Bestway Steel Pro, Bestway Steel Pro Max, Intex Ultra XR, Coleman Power Steel, Summer Waves Elite Frame Pool, and more.
These pools are often sold on platforms like Amazon, Walmart, eBay, and more.
These products are also sold in a number of big-box stores throughout the United States.
While the most tragic outcome could be drowning resulting in death, children who experience near-drowning incidents can suffer from various injuries.
These include brain damage, respiratory distress, hypothermia, cardiac arrest, physical injuries like fractures, vision complications, muscle damage, and emotional or psychological trauma such as PTSD.
If your child accessed an above ground pool using the nylon or rubber support band as a foothold and subsequently was injured or, unfortunately, died, the guardian or family might be eligible for legal action against the manufacturer.
It’s recommended to contact an experienced lawyer for a free consultation to assess individual case eligibility.
You can contact our personal injury lawyers today for a free consultation, or use the chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify.
Our chatbot will also put you into contact with the lawyers investigating this case.
For a successful lawsuit, gathering pertinent evidence is crucial.
This can include purchase receipts for the defective pool, medical records documenting injuries, photos and videos of the pool and accident, testimonies from witnesses, and any available personal testimonies.
The assessment of damages encompasses both economic and non-economic losses.
This might range from medical bills and future medical expenses to emotional damages, pain and suffering, and potentially other compensatory and punitive damages.
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