What if a lifeguard was on duty but didn follow proper procedures?
Lifeguard certification and training varies greatly, and forged certificates are not unheard of. In some cases, lifeguards are very young and have little or no experience, or they may not be in ideal physical condition. These are but a few of the factors that can determine a lifeguard’s ability to save a drowning swimmer’s life. An inappropriate response to a drowning accident by an improperly trained or certified lifeguard can significantly affect the outcome of an ensuing personal injury or wrongful death claim.
