During the summer months, swimming is a wonderful activity for children. It can also be a dangerous one. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is listed as the top cause of death for children ages one to four years old. For older children ranging in age…
With a mobile phone or tablet in our hands most of the day, we now live in a world of almost endless distractions. While technology is wonderful and helpful, it also makes certain activities a bit more dangerous for children. Whenever a child is in or near water, there is…
By David A. Wolf, Attorney Child Injury Lawyer Blog Summer time is filled with lots of fun and activities including visits to swimming pools and field trips. During the summer, there is nothing more fun for children at times than splashing around and swimming with friends. However, it should always…
By David Wolf, Attorney and Samantha Vloedman, Law Clerk Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog In Illinois and other States, parents rely upon day care centers to provide a safe, nurturing environment for their children during the busy work day. For most children on most days, a day care center provides proper…
Swimming Safety – Importance of Touch Supervision By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network During the summer months and the rest of the year as well, children are at risk for drowning. Sadly and tragically in this day and age, drowning is still the leading cause of…
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Parents rely upon day care to provide for the parent the child during working hours. For most childre in day care, the experience is a positive one filled with education, activities, and socialization. For some children, however, a day care…