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Swimming Pool and Diving Accident

Swimming Pool & Diving Accident Attorneys in New Jersey

Swimming pools and diving boards are staples of summer fun, but they can be sites of unexpected tragedy when safety measures fail. Every splash comes with a responsibility that homeowners and public pool operators must uphold to prevent accidents.

When a leisurely day by the water leads to tragedy, the seasoned attorneys at Gelman Gelman Wiskow & McCarthy LLC step forward to assert the rights of New Jersey residents affected by swimming pool and diving accidents. These traumatic events often stem from negligence, and victims deserve a dedicated advocate. Our law firm’s time-honored expertise as personal injury accident attorneys equips us to offer comprehensive legal guidance that will give you the advantage you need to build a compelling claim.

Understand Your Rights in Water-Related Incidents

Pool owners, whether private individuals or public entities, carry the hefty responsibility of maintaining safe environments for swimmers and guests. This duty involves regular inspections, immediate repairs, and clear warnings about potential hazards. Failure in these areas can lead to tragic accidents and legal accountability. Our attorneys specialize in identifying breaches in these responsibilities and building strong cases for those harmed by negligence. Trust us to illuminate the path to rightful compensation, focusing on how property owners’ duties impact your claims.

Types of Injuries That Occur in the Water

Water-related accidents can inflict a staggering range of injuries, some with life-altering repercussions. Non-fatal injuries may include soft tissue damage, bone fractures, or traumatic brain injuries due to slips or forceful impacts. These accidents can leave victims with prolonged pain, costly medical bills, and a diminished quality of life.

In more severe cases, drowning incidents may lead to fatal outcomes or permanent neurological damage due to extended oxygen deprivation. Gelman Gelman Wiskow & McCarthy LLC compassionately advocates for victims’ rights, whether it’s seeking justice for a temporary setback or a permanent life change. We provide the comprehensive legal support you need, targeting the crucial compensation required for your recovery process.

Common Causes of Poolside Accidents

Swimming pool and diving accidents often trace back to a few identifiable lapses in safety and supervision. When Gelman Gelman Wiskow & McCarthy LLC investigates your case, we specifically look for evidence of the following common culprits:

  • Inadequate supervision or absence of lifeguardsSwimming pool and diving accident attorneys in New Jersey
  • Poorly maintained pool surfaces that lead to slips and falls
  • Defective pool equipment or failure to secure diving boards
  • Insufficient safety barriers to prevent unsupervised access
  • Lack of clear depth markers or incorrect pool depth information
  • Overcrowding and chaotic pool environments
  • Improperly treated pool water that contributes to infections or injuries

Our law firm has seen it all and knows how to confront these issues head-on. Our mission is to pinpoint the exact factors that contributed to your accident and hold the responsible parties accountable. By identifying the root cause of your accident, we enable a clearer route to secure your due compensation.

Why Choose Gelman Gelman Wiskow & McCarthy LLC?

Selecting Gelman Gelman Wiskow & McCarthy LLC means choosing a legacy of award-winning success in personal injury law. With over 70 years of experience, we’ve honed our skills to become adept at navigating the complexities of swimming pool and diving accident cases.

Our attorneys are relentless in their pursuit of justice and fair compensation for our clients. After an accident, you need more than just support – you need an aggressive legal ally who stands by you at every step, ensuring your voice is heard and your rights are upheld.

Your Legal Advocate After a Swimming Pool Accident

Suffering an injury in a swimming pool accident can be both traumatic and confusing. If you’ve been affected by a swimming pool or diving accident, your time to act is now. Gelman Gelman Wiskow & McCarthy LLC is ready to stand by your side, offering unmatched legal representation. Don’t shoulder the burden of your accident alone. From handling premises liability claims to guiding you through insurance complexities, our team focuses on your physical, emotional, and financial recovery.

Our law offices in East Orange Office, Elmwood Park Office, Pompton Plains, and Avon by the Sea are here to help. Call our law firm or contact us online today to schedule your free one-hour consultation. Together, we’ll strive for the compensation you rightly deserve.

$800,000.00 settlement in less than nine (9) months!
In September of 2025, Phil Wiskow settled a legal malpractice case, resulting from a botched personal injury case, for $800,000.00. Most significantly, Mr. Wiskow settled the case less than nine (9) months after the client hired him. Since the client settled his botched case for over $200,000.00, the full amount of the client's recovery exceeded one million dollars.
Settled his 60 year old client’s motorcycle accident case for $1,700,000.00
In the Spring of 2017, Phil Wiskow settled his 60 year old client’s motorcycle accident case for $1,700,000.00. Frankly, the case would have settled for more money but the most culpable party only had a $300,000.00 liability insurance policy. The firm’s client, who was already disabled and receiving social security benefits at the time of his accident, sustained multiple lower leg fractures–which ultimately resulted in numerous surgeries and an above the knee amputation–when a delivery van blindly backed out of a loading dock and pinned his leg against his bike. The majority of the client’s settlement money was paid by the owner of a tractor-trailer and the lessee of the loading dock whose dangerous loading and unloading procedures blocked the van driver’s view of the motorcycle and the firm’s client’s view of the van.
VERDICTS & SETTLEMENTS
  • In the Spring of 2020, Phil Wiskow settled a motor vehicle/motorcycle accident case for the Defendant’s 1.3M policy limit. The terms of the settlement are confidential.
Our Offices
  • East Orange Office
    60 Evergreen Place
    Suite 502
    East Orange, New Jersey 07018
    Phone: 973 676-1555
    Fax: 973-675-5674
  • Elmwood Park Office
    One Broadway
    Suite 102
    Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07407
    Phone: 973 676-1555
    Fax: 973-675-5674
  • Pompton Plains
    142 Route 23 North
    Pompton Plain, New Jersey 07444
    Phone: 973 676-1555
    Fax: 973-675-5674
  • Avon by the Sea
    416 Garfield Avenue
    Avon by the Sea, New Jersey 07717
    Phone: 973-713-4667
    Fax: 973-713-1565