We protect
you after
drowning accidents
A drowning accident can change a family’s life forever. Our attorneys help victims after incidents involving unsafe pools, lack of supervision, and negligence.
3x higher avg. payout
with an attorney
Over $2 billion won
No win, no fee

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Meet our drowning accident attorneys

David Herman

David
Herman

Senior Counsel

Chloe Sink

Chloe
Sink

Attorney

Isabella Cole

Isabella
Cole

Attorney

Pierce Jones

Pierce
Jones

Attorney

Zuheily Grajales

Zuheily
Grajales

Attorney

Robert Thomas

Robert
Thomas

Senior Attorney

Steven Lopez

Steven
Lopez

Associate Attorney

Michael Regalbuto

Michael
Regalbuto

Associate Attorney

Gregory Sterenberg

Gregory
Sterenberg

Associate Attorney

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Recent wins

$350k

Workers' compensation

Robert Thomas, IL

$1,000,000

Premises liability

David Herman, OH

$300k

Animal attack

Zuheily Grajales, TX

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.

80,000+

Clients helped

“Very communicative when it came to my personal injury case.”

Alexandria J.

“They constantly updated me the whole journey of my case.”

Angel G.

“They took the time to answer any questions I had.”

Argelia R.

“This team was the first one that made me feel heard.”

Colega C.

“They were very thorough in explaining things and very kind throughout the whole process.”

Danielle C.

“Recommend them 100% if you want your case to be handled by capable and effective people.”

Dayan G.

“This firm is top-notch! Attorney David is among the best of the best.”

Erik O.

"Jeff was so patient and compassionate while trying to get my case in order."

Fern S.

“Excellent communication during the whole process. ”

Jason P.

“Since the beginning their explanations and follow ups were clear.”

Juan L.

“Helped me and my son after we were in a car accident.”

Kaitlyn C.

“We stopped feeling hopeless and felt like we were family and not just clients.”

Laurel T.

“I found the team to be highly professional and reliable.”

Miles P.

"This firm was extremely helpful on my case!"

Morgan T.

“They clearly know what they’re doing and treat their clients with real respect.”

Olena G.

“Attorney Michael is the most hardworking individual I’ve ever met.”

Ramo D.

“From day-one, they demonstrated care, concern, and empathy which made me feel confident and well-supported.”

Randall M.

“They truly do treat their clients like family. They truly care!”

Rhonda M.

“Would highly recommend working with Greg S.”

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What to know after a drowning accident

Drowning accident claims can involve many factors, from safety conditions to who may be responsible. Here are a few important things to know as you move forward.
Evidence is key

Evidence is key

Photos, reports, witness statements, and safety records can help determine what caused the drowning accident.
Your case value

Your case value

Compensation may include medical costs, loss of income, emotional suffering, funeral expenses, and other damages.
Proving fault

Proving fault

Property owners, businesses, or other parties may be responsible when unsafe conditions contribute to a drowning.
Background

Recover with our
team on your side

We help you get
compensation for

  • Lost wages
  • Medical costs
  • Pain & suffering
Easy to start

No win, no fee

It's free to start, pay nothing unless we win
No win, no fee
Proven track record

$2+ billion won

Get on average 340% more with a lawyer
$2+ billion won
Experienced

30 years

Helping tens of thousands recover from injury
30 years

Why clients
choose us

We stand up to insurance

We deal directly with insurance and push back when they try to minimize or deny your claim.

Different case types

From minor to more serious incidents, we handle a wide range of accident cases.

Decades of experience

30+ years. $2 billion+ won. We know what it takes to get our clients what they deserve.

No upfront costs

Case reviews are free with zero pressure. Pay nothing unless we win your case.

Our process

Get a case review
Step 1

Get a case review

Start with a free, no-obligation case review. Our team is ready to listen. Tell us what happened online or over the phone.

Meet your team
Step 2

Meet your team

If you qualify, we assign a dedicated attorney and support team. They'll take care of everything and keep you updated at every step.

We fight for you
Step 3

We fight for you

Your legal team will build your case, negotiate with insurance, and work to get you the full compensation you deserve.

$2,700$50,000

In a recent settlement, we won our client Sarah 18x more than what she was offered by insurance.

Common types of drowning accidents

Swimming pool accidents

Unsafe pools, lack of supervision, or missing safety measures can lead to serious and preventable drowning accidents.

Natural body of water accidents

Lakes, rivers, beaches, and other bodies of water can become dangerous when proper warnings or safety measures are not in place.

Boating accidents

Drowning injuries can occur when boating accidents involve negligence, unsafe operation, or a failure to follow safety standards.

Hotel & resort accidents

Hotels, resorts, and recreational facilities may be responsible when unsafe water conditions put guests at risk.

Water park accidents

Overcrowding, poor supervision, equipment issues, or unsafe attractions can contribute to serious drowning incidents.

Drowning accident injury types

Brain injuries

Lack of oxygen during a drowning accident can cause brain damage that may affect memory, movement, and quality of life.
Brain injuries

Respiratory injuries

Near-drowning victims may experience serious breathing complications caused by water entering the lungs.
Respiratory injuries

Physical injuries

Water-related accidents can involve falls, impacts, or trauma that lead to fractures, spinal injuries, and other conditions.
Physical injuries

Long-term complications

Survivors may require ongoing medical care, rehabilitation, and support after a serious drowning accident.
Long-term complications

Emotional trauma

Victims and families may experience lasting emotional effects after a traumatic water-related accident.
Emotional trauma

Fatal drowning

When negligence leads to the loss of a loved one, families may have options to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Fatal drowning

What to do after a drowning accident

Get medical care

Call emergency services and seek medical attention right away. Fast action can be critical after any drowning incident.

Gather evidence

Photos, witness information, reports, and safety details can help determine what caused the drowning accident.

Contact a lawyer

A drowning accident attorney can investigate negligence, explain your options, and help protect your family’s rights.

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Founded in 1996

Meet Nick Johnson

Nick has dedicated his career to helping the injured and has negotiated large group settlements, resulting in hundreds of millions of dollars in recovery for his clients.
Headquartered in Houston, TX
With offices in IL, TN, NY, OH, WA and operations throughout the US and UK
Nick Johnson

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