Injured child suffers due to someone else's negligence

When a child suffers an injury in Las Vegas due to someone else's negligence, it's vital to secure the compensation your family deserves. Our team of esteemed attorneys specializes in child injury claims, striving to maximize financial recovery for our clients.

With a track record of millions recovered for injured clients, our firm has tirelessly protected families' rights for years. We offer a complimentary case review to provide the legal guidance you need. Contact our Las Vegas law offices to schedule your free consultation today.

Engaging us means having a dedicated team to:

• Investigate your child's injury and establish liability
• Identify all liable parties
• Engage expert resources to substantiate causation and determine case value
• Manage all paperwork and communications with insurance entities
• Negotiate with insurers to maximize your settlement

It's crucial to hold the at-fault party accountable for your child's injuries. Obtain the assistance you deserve by scheduling a free consultation with a Las Vegas personal injury attorney today.

Children, while resilient, are more vulnerable to injuries than adults. According to CDC studies, over 12,000 children in the U.S. succumb to unintentional injuries annually due to adult negligence.

While children often encounter minor injuries as part of growing up, if your child was harmed due to an adult's negligence or recklessness, compensation may be available under Nevada's personal injury laws. Various parties could be responsible, including:

• School bus drivers
• Teachers
• Caretakers
• Babysitters
• Daycare center aides
• Property owners
• Landlords
• Business owners
• Dog owners
• Manufacturers of defective products
• At-fault drivers in motor vehicle accidents
• Negligent employees' employers
• Government entities
• Members of the clergy

Our legal team conducts exhaustive investigations to identify all potentially accountable parties early on. 

Children can sustain various injuries:

• Soft tissue damage
• Broken bones
• Burns
• Concussions
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Head and neck injuries
• Eye injuries
• Facial injuries
• Organ damage
• Amputations
• Paralysis
• Catastrophic injuries
• Wrongful death of a loved one
• Confusion
• Loss of consciousness
• Loss of motor function
• Tingling or numbness in limbs, hands, or feet
• Blurred vision
• Ringing in the ears
• Nausea or vomiting
• Memory loss
• Dilated pupils
• Unexplained behavioral or personality changes

Medical attention is essential following an accident involving your child, as prompt care can mitigate potential long-term damage.

Children can sustain injuries in numerous scenarios, often due to adult carelessness. Common causes include:

• Car accidents
• Slip and fall incidents
• Food poisoning
• Choking
• Playground mishaps
• Swimming pool accidents
• Pedestrian or bicycle accidents
• Daycare or bus incidents
• Sporting mishaps
• Boating accidents
• Drownings
• Dog bites and animal encounters
• Defective products
• Medical malpractice
• Criminal assault

Various grounds can form the basis for child injury lawsuits. Most personal injury claims stem from negligence, and the specific legal premise hinges on how your child sustained the injury.

Property owners have a legal duty to maintain their premises reasonably safe for visitors. Businesses, schools, and playground owners must:

• Address known hazards
• Conduct regular inspections for concealed dangers
• Warn about unsafe conditions that can't be immediately rectified

However, property owners aren't typically liable for injuries to trespassers. The rule differs for children, especially concerning "attractive nuisances." For instance, a swimming pool could be deemed an attractive nuisance, and if a child gets injured due to inadequate prevention measures, the property owner may be held liable.

Owners must ensure adequate security, especially in schools, daycares, or camps, to prevent criminal activities. Security measures might include:

• Metal detectors
• Security personnel
• Video surveillance
• Securing gates and fences

The extent of security measures hinges on the circumstances. In areas prone to crime, owners are obliged to take enhanced steps to safeguard children.

Defective toys, sports equipment, or vehicle safety features can cause child injuries. Manufacturers might be strictly liable for damages due to defective products, bypassing the need to prove negligence.

The value of your personal injury claim depends on specific case details. Factors influencing case worth include:

• Nature of the injury
• Potential for permanent impairment
• Medical expenses
• Future medical requirements or rehabilitation
• Lost wages during caregiving
• Impact on future earning capacity
• Emotional and physical trauma

More severe injuries often lead to higher settlements, but diverse factors contribute to case valuation. Insurance companies might attempt to devalue your claim or shift blame.

Consulting a lawyer provides insight into your case's value.

A successful personal injury case enables compensation for economic and non-economic losses, encompassing:

• Medical bills
• Future medical costs
• Lost wages
• Reduced future earnings
• Rehabilitation
• In-home assistance and caregiver expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Diminished quality of life
• Loss of a regular childhood
• Disfigurement or scarring
• Emotional distress like depression, anxiety, or PTSD
• Loss of consortium

Punitive damages might be available in cases of intentional acts or gross negligence. For instance, if a drunk driver injured your child, seeking punitive damages could be possible.