Category Archives: Premises Liability
Backyard Pool Drownings
It took only moments for an unsupervised toddler to fall into a backyard pool in the summer of 2019 in Maryland. By the time a nearby adult realized what had happened, it was too late. That child did not survive. Sadly, backyard drownings occur far too often in this nation, leading to devastation for… Read More »
Premises Liability
While it may be uncomfortable to pursue a judgment against a friend or neighbor following an accident in their home, the fact of the matter is that home accidents are all too common, and often result in hefty medical bills. When a resident fails to take adequate precautions to ensure the safety of those… Read More »
Playground Safety
In the summer months, kids spend more time on playgrounds and in the sunshine, increasing their exposure to the inherent risks that come with increased activity. As parents, though we all know accidents can happen, when injuries occur due to poorly designed or maintained facilities, it may be time to talk to a Baltimore… Read More »
Liability in Backyard Pool Fatalities
It was a tragic story. When a group of children in Severna Park noticed a four-year-old girl struggling to keep her head above water in the deep end of a backyard swimming pool, they alerted the little girl’s grandfather. Although he, himself, did not know how to swim, he quickly leaped into the pool. … Read More »