Playground and School Injuries in Minnesota
Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney
In the United States, approximately 200,000 children under the age of 14 are treated in hospitals for injuries sustained on a playground. Injuries occur on playground equipment and other areas around school. About 45% of injuries on playgrounds are severe. Fractures, internal injuries, dislocation, concussions and amputations result in lifelong injuries sustained at a young age. Approximately 75% of nonfatal accidents occur on playgrounds with most of these at daycare facilities and schools. When a fatal or nonfatal accident happens it is crucial that you consult a Minnesota personal injury attorney for guidance.
Personal Injury Lawyer in Minnesota: Playground and School Injury Claims
School and facility playgrounds and premises are supposed to be constantly monitored. Teachers are to watch for risky behavior and stop it. Playground and school accidents can result in lifelong physical and emotional consequences. Very often these accidents can have an effect on a child's intellectual development as well. After an accident it is important to continually evaluate your child's physical and emotional development. At first the injuries may not seem so serious, but long term effects can show up later. Your personal injury lawyer will need to be informed of these should they develop. School and playground injuries can be caused by:
- Faulty playground equipment
- Dangerous machinery
- Faulty desks or tables
- Faulty chairs
- Falling objects
- Obstacles leading to trips and falls
When a case is brought about involving a child, under Minnesota law the court must approve settlements for the protection of the child. Settlements are also protected so the child can access the money later. The requirements may be complicated but we will explain the requirements and help to simplify the process. A committed personal injury lawyer at Heimerl & Lammers will fight for the damages your child deserves for his or her injuries.
If you child has been injured in a playground related accident while at school which could have been prevented, contact a Minnesota personal injury attorney at our firm for fully professional legal representation.