South Carolina Playground Accident Attorneys
The Center for Disease Control and prevention says every year emergency departments treat more than 200,000 children ages 14 and younger for playground-related accidents and injuries.
Occurrence and Consequences
The bad news does not stop there. Approximately 45% of playground-related injuries are severe–fractures, internal injuries, concussions, dislocations, and amputations.
The CDC also says nearly 75% of nonfatal injuries related to playground equipment occur on public playgrounds. The majority of those injuries occur at schools and daycare centers.
The Strom Law Firm is now investigating and evaluating playground accidents. If you or your child has been injured through no fault of your own, (for example, a climbing wall, swing, slide, monkey bars or merry-go-round accident) you could be entitled to receive compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and loss of earnings. Call us today for a free consultation. 803.252.4800.
Playground accidents often occur because the owner did not exercise proper care. For example the owner of the equipment or premises did not:
- provide safety mats or safety equipment
- inspect and/or repair damaged equipment
- take measures to provide a safe swimming environment
- post warnings about dangerous conditions or equipment to avoid
- properly train staff.
Compensation for a Playground Accident
To receive payment for an accident that occurred on a playground or something similar, you must prove that the property owner had a legal duty to you. You can do that by showing:
- That the property owner was aware, or should have known, that there was a dangerous circumstance;
- That the property owner had a chance to repair or fix the dangerous condition; and
- That the property owner’s failure to take the suitable action directly caused your injury.
If you are able to prove those stipulations, you are more than likely eligible for compensation. Possible reimbursement includes the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Lost future earnings, pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life
- Other damages
If your loved one has been injured on a playground, contact the South Carolina Accident Lawyers at the Strom Law Firm, LLC today for a free consultation to hear how we can help.
