By David Wolf, Child Injury Lawyer In Oregon and other States, there are dangers in day care centers. Certainly, having a license is a good “sign” for a day care center. That means that the day care center has complied (in most cases) with the State’s minimum mandatory requirements and…
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What are the Duties and Responsibilities of Day Care Centers? Safe and Supportive Environment – Not a Fight Club
By David Wolf, Child Injury Lawyer Day care centers are commonly used by a families in need of child care due to work or personal commitments. There are millions of single parent households and dual income households which necessitate the use of day care centers / child care centers to…
What is a Child or Adult is Injured at a Fair, Theme Park, Amusement Park, or Festival? Two Women and a 7 Year Old Child Fall from Ferris Wheel
By David Wolf, Child Injury Lawyer It is common to see fairs, amusement parks, and festivals in just about every community on a regular basis. When a person visits an area with amusement rides, it is the rightful expectation of the the visitor that the rides are safe, that the…
How Many Day Care Centers in Alabama are Licensed versus Unlicensed by Religious Exemption?
By David Wolf, Attorney Child Injury Lawyer Blog In Alabama and a number other States, day care centers can be broadly separated into three groups: Licensed, Unlicensed by Exemption, and Unlicensed by Violation. While the licensure of a day care center does not guarantee that a day care center is…
What Injuries are Common During the Holiday Season? Safety Tips to Protect Children Legal Rights of Injured Children
By David A. Wolf, Child Injury Lawyer Blog Let’s face it. There is never a good time for a child to be injured. As parents, we work tirelessly to provide for our children and keep them safe. Unfortunately, situations, incidents, and accidents take place that lead to or cause personal…
What if a Child is Injured in a Fall or Ejection from an Amusement Park or Theme Park Ride? Legal Rights of the Injured Child
By David A. Wolf Child Injury Lawyer Blog During most visits to a theme park or amusement park, the days and nights are filled with fun, laughter, time with family and friends, cotton candy, and just plain old fashioned fun. Unfortunately, for some children or adults, a visit to a…
What are the Rights of Pedestrians, Spectators, and Bystanders Hit by a Vehicle or Float at a Parade Event?
By David A. Wolf Child Injury Lawyer Blog There was a tragedy reported at an Oklahoma State University homecoming parade event. It was reported that the crash into the crowd ended the life of a graduate student, a toddler, and a couple who had worked for Oklahoma State University for…
What are the Legal Rights of Injury Victims (Children and Adults) in a Crash with a Semi Tractor Trailer?
By David Wolf, Attorney and Robert Chaiken, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog In communities throughout the United States, there is a common danger that is out on the roadways – day and night. The common danger is in the form of large commercial vehicles and semi-tractor trailers. Certainly,…
What if a Child is Serious Injured by an Impaired Driver Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol?
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog In Georgia and other States, children are the unfortunate victims of pedestrian accidents involving an impaired driver. Whether the driver is impaired by alcohol, drug use, or a combination of the two, children especially child pedestrians are put at risk…
What Action Can Be Taken Against a Day Care Center When a Child Wanders Away from the Facility? Risks and Dangers
By David Wolf, Attorney and Samantha Vloedman, Law Clerk Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog In Michigan and other States, parents rely upon day care centers to provide for a safe educational environment. One basic responsibility of the day care center is to supervise the children in a manner so…