For many Indiana residents, summertime is one of the most enjoyable times of the year. With an abundance of warm, sunny weather, there are many outdoor activities to enjoy. However, it is important to remember to participate in your summer leisure activities safely. Every year, local hospitals see an increase in accidents as a result of participation in outdoor summertime activities.
One particular injury that often results from this increase in outdoor activity is spinal cord injuries. Due to the catastrophic nature of these injuries, it is crucial that you take the proper precautions to prevent an accident that may result in the need for a lifetime of medical care.
Water sports are very popular during the summertime. Indiana has many lakes and swimming pools where you can enjoy swimming, diving, sailing, and waterskiing. However, there are inherent dangers in these activities, and it is important to participate responsibly. Swimming pools pose a particular hazard. The wet surface around pools increases the risk of slip and fall injuries, which are causes of spinal cord injuries.
Many children enjoy a variety of climbing activities during the summer as well. Between trees, jungle gyms, and other playground structures, children are often very high off the ground. Falling injuries while climbing can result in a serious spinal cord injury. It is important to make sure your children are supervised when climbing to reduce the risk of accident and injury.
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious spinal cord injury due to the negligence of another, Indiana spinal cord injury lawyer Richard Truitt can help you receive the compensation you need to cover medical expenses and other financial hardships created by your injury. Please be aware, that you have a two-year time limit to file a spinal injury lawsuit in the state of Indiana. This time period is known as the statute of limitations.
Please contact our Indiana spinal cord injury lawyer at Truitt Law Offices today to schedule your free initial consultation with Mr. Truitt.
