in a private community. if we post a sign no lifequard on duty, swim at your own risk. are we liable if someone gets hurt?
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in a private community. if we post a sign no lifequard on duty, swim at your own risk. are we liable if someone gets hurt?
Asked on May 13, 2009 under Insurance Law, New York
Answers:
L.M., Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Swimming pool injury lawsuits are generally based on premises liability law. Posting a warning sign places a degree of responsiblity on the swimmer to look after his own safety, but if these signs are hidden, not readable or placed without any other safety measures, such as a fence around the pool with a locked gate, it is unlikely that the sign alone would shield the private owner of the property from liability.
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