By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog Child care providers should provide each and every child with a safe environment. There is a duty to provide reasonable and necessary supervision. While a day care center owner is not liable for every injury that takes place, it can be held…
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Should Football be Banned in High School? Two Doctors and Others Urge for Elimination
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog In high schools across the country, there is a tradition of sportsmanship, athleticism, school spirit, and, yes, concussions. It is estimated that a high school player averages 650 head impacts per season. Dr. Steven Miles and Dr. Shailendra Prasad…
What if a Child Suffers Injuries or Dies in a New York Day Care Center?
By David Wolf, Attorney and Samantha Vloedman, Law Clerk Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog In New York and other States, busy working parents rely on the staff and administration at day care centers to supervise their children during the work day. Some parents select day care centers based on price and location…
What are the Duties and Responsibilities of a Day Care Center as to Supervision? Risks of Drowning
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…
How Safe are Amusement Park and Theme Park Rides? What are the Rights of the Injured Guest or Rider?
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog During the summer months and other times of the year, amusement parks and theme parks are packed with guests. For most, the day or evening at the theme park or amusement park is filled with good times, fast but great tasting…
What are the Dangers of Day Care Centers “Operating in the Shadows” to Children? Unlicensed Day Care Centers
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog It is not difficult to find stories – horror stories better yet – about unlicensed day care centers in Louisiana, Florida, and other states. When you see a news article posted about an unlicensed day care center, you will often read…
What is One Potential Dangerous Condition in or Near Bounce House or Inflatable Play Areas? Answer: Concrete.
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog Bounce houses are common sites in neighborhoods, parks, theme parks, attractions, and amusement centers. One potential dangerous condition in or near bounce house area is concrete. If a bounce house is placed on concrete and there are any exposed areas, a…
What if a Child Dies During Nap Time or Sleep Time at a Licensed or Unlicensed Day Care Center?
By Jonathan Safran, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog Parents rely on day care centers during the working day to care of the child in an environment that is safe and clean. One overlooked area of child care in a day care center can be…
What Rules and Procedures Should Be Followed for Sleep and Nap Time at Day Care Centers? Reduction of Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
By Keith Kerfeld, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog Parents rely on the day care centers and child care centers for the supervision of their children. There are some obvious risks that need to be accounted for in and around the day care center. For…
Can Parents Sue a Gym, Summer Camp, or Other Athletics Program When a Child is Injured During a Sports Related Activity?
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog It is certainly an important part of childhood for most children to participate in some sports related activity. From football to cheerleading to gymnastics to soccer and all sports in between and beyond, youth sports and related activities help make our children…