Child Injury Prevention
In South Florida, because of the favorable weather, children are spending more time both indoors and outdoors playing in neighborhoods, their local parks or even their own homes. The Florida Department of Health and Safe Kids Florida, a nonprofit organization, are advising parents and caregivers to be on the lookout for safety hazards to children, statistics have shown that over 400 children under the age of 14 died from unintentional injuries and another 6000 children were hospitalized due to unintentional injuries.
Children can also get hurt in summer camp, on field trips and even in their own backyard. Whenever a minor suffers an accident, it is imperative for the parent to seek compensation not only for the injury and medical bills that arise , but also for any future suffering the child may encounter do to the stress, scaring and mental or emotional trauma to the child. Many injuries can be prevented with the implementation of safety precautions by parents and caregivers.
Some basic measures that can be helpful are:
a) Parents and caregivers should ensure that playground equipment is frequently inspected and kept in good maintenance and repair.
b) Children should not be left unattended in any vehicle, even with windows open or for short periods of time.
c) Vehicle doors and trunks should be locked at all times and keys / remote entry controls should be kept out of the reach of children.
d) Diligent supervision of children in and near water, whether it be a day at the beach or in your own backyard pool.
e) All poisons including household cleaning products, medications, pesticides, and alcoholic beverages out of the reach of children.
f) A toy should always be inspected and age appropriate before handing it to a child, to make sure of its integrity.
Should your child suffer a personal injury, seek counsel from an experienced personal injury attorney should you decide to file a claim. An experienced attorney in Hollywood, Margate, or Fort Lauderdale, can make sure to protect your rights and secure proper compensation for your child.
