Children are a blessing, but worries about keeping them safe can feel like a curse. Children do not know the dangers of the world because they are inexperienced. There are also physical dangers for children of certain ages, like toddlers choking on things.
That’s why we’ve created this Parent’s Corner part of our website. On this page, you can find safety tips to keep your children out of harm’s way. Following these rules can not just keep your child safe, but can also protect you in case you decide to sue someone for injuring your child.
If the opposing side can prove that you were doing unsafe things that lead to your child’s accident, you could have reduced compensation or even lose your case. Let’s take the example of a child safety seat. There have been plenty of lawsuits about safety seats failing during a crash. Sometimes this leads to a recall and substantial compensation. However, if you use the seat incorrectly, like putting it in the front seat, then you’ll have contributed to the incident and be partially at fault.
As lawyers, we want to help parents avoid this situation as well. You have to educate yourself. The things you might have done as a child “safely” may no longer be considered safe in a courtroom. Take some time to read through these pages and follow the rules so your children can stay safe and you can get some peace of mind back.
Should your child ever get injured despite following the rules, speak with Chalik Law. We have helped parents pursue compensation from others when their unsafe spaces or activities injured children. We can help you.
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