When I first heard the term "attractive nuisance" Bill Clinton was the President of the United States. So the first thing I thought was that an "attractive nuisance" must be Monica Lewinsky.
However an "attractive nuisance" is any part of a property or anything on a piece of property that attracts children to it but also endangers them.
Examples include an unfenced swimming pool, open pits, abandoned cars or refrigerators, piles of lumber or sand, and trampolines.
Just putting up a warning sign does not always exempt the property owner from liability. The laws vary from state to state as to what conditions must exist for the property owner to be liable. In general, the property owner must make reasonable precautions to eliminate the dangers that a child might encounter. For example, a swimming pool should be inside a tall fenced area and locked so that children cannot wander into that area.
Its a good idea to know what your laws are concerning "attractive nuisances". Also, most important is to look at your property and see if there are any dangers and of course remedy that condition. Don't forget liability insurance too.
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This description and definition is great! "When I first heard the term "attractive nuisance" Bill Clinton was the President of the United States. So the first thing I thought was that an "attractive nuisance" must be Monica Lewinsky." Love It John!
If I ever get a swimming pool, I will be sure to look into the laws. In Idaho, it is usually not a option - a swimming pool that is.
Very informative and a very good point...
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It's unfortunte that many children have been hurt or died because of an "attractive nuisance". Thanks for brining this to our attention.
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"When I first heard the term "attractive nuisance" Bill Clinton was the President of the United States. So the first thing I thought was that an "attractive nuisance" must be Monica Lewinsky." This is my Favorite John!
Loved your post! Thanks for the great information.
Great pos wit good humer to start it out. Well done
Hey John You got a good point.Great article
John, you always have worthwhile information for everyone. I always look forward to your new posts.
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"attractive nuisance" never heard the term before. thanks for the education
I think your info is valuable & should be posted often as a reminder.
We can't be too careful when children are involved. Safety first.
Margie Franklin, Google Me
I think your info is valuable & should be posted often as a reminder.
We can't be too careful when children are involved. Safety first.
Margie Franklin, Google Me
Lest we all forget! We were all once children, and we know how curious and innocent we could be. Great reminder John.
"When I first heard the term "attractive nuisance" Bill Clinton was the President of the United States. So the first thing I thought was that an "attractive nuisance" must be Monica Lewinsky." i just visualize Bill saying that and pointing his finger at us... LOL. Fantastic comparison... Thanks for sharing the infos i had no idea. Great blog
Just checking in John.
Just as wavecritter stated "When I to first heard the term "attractive nuisance" Bill Clinton was the President of the United States. So the first thing I thought was that an "attractive nuisance" must be Monica Lewinsky." Outstanding John!
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