By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In South Dakota and other States, there is a time during the day that a child is put at risk even though it is not so obvious to some child care providers. That time of day is sleep time or…
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What are the Dangers of Old Building and Window Codes to Children?
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Missouri and other States, there are dangers in virtually every community in the form of old buildings and old building codes. In Springfield, Missouri and other cities, many buildings are not subject to current building codes. Some of the…
What if a Child is Sexually Molested at a Day Care Center? (Rights, Causes of Action, and Proceedings)
By Jonathan Safran, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Wisconsin and other States, day care centers should be safe havens for children. They should be placed where children are well cared for in supportive, nurturing environment. Unfortunately, some day care center employees and volunteers…
What Kind of Research Can Parents Conduct As to a Day Care Center? (State of Tennessee)
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network When deciding on the selection of a day care center OR when deciding on the continuation of care with a day care center, a parent should do his or her homework. This includes checking with the local State agency that…
Should Pillows Be Used for Props or Comfort of Infants During Sleep Time? (Answer: NO)
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Infants are at risk for suffocation and asphyixation when they are put to bed with pillows, loose blankets, and / or stuffed animals. If you ask most parents if they would put a plastic bag or a sheet of plastic…
Should Day Care Centers Follow Recommended Sleep Guidelines in Washington State and elsewher?
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Seattle Washington and other locations, day care centers have the responsiblity to supervise children in a safe and nurturing environment. One may think that sleep or nap time may be the one time of the “child care” day that…
What Public Service Announcement Should Be Posted in Every Day Care Center and Home? (Keep Your Infant Safe and Sleep Advice)
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network There is nothing more peaceful than seeing your child or a child under your care sleeping in a safe, clean, and supportive environment. There are certainly risks to infants and small children when they are at play inside or outside…
Can Criminal Charges Be Brought Against a Day Care Center Worker for Assault on a Child?
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Parents rely on day care centers for the proper care and supervision of their children. Unfortunately, there are some day care owners and staff members who should never be in charge of children because they lack the patience, training, and…
What is a Business Owner’s Duty to Children Visiting the Store? (Rita’s Italian Ice Door Falls on Child)
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and other cities, children are customers of various business establishments, restaurants, malls, playgrounds, department stores, and other areas. Watch television on any given day and you will actually see commercials directly targeting children to come visit the…
What If a Child Suffers Injuries and Burns at a Day Care Center?
By Scott Zahler, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Georgia and other States, a day care center has some basic responsibilities including the duty to keep a child out of harm’s way. In any given day care center whether in a commercial type of…