Nothing is more important to a parent than their children. While parents would love to be with their children full-time, today’s world often requires that both parents be actively employed. These working parents, in turn, are often reliant on childcare facilities. Unfortunately, there are times when childcare facilities and daycare workers fail to provide a safe environment for the youth. If one’s son or daughter is injured due to negligence then it may be possible to obtain compensation. Damon Young is a Peoria childcare injury lawyer who assists Illinois parents. If your family is in need of assistance then contact our office today to schedule an initial consultation.
Personal injury attorney handling claims involving Peoria daycare & childcare facilities
Childcare facilities and daycare workers have a duty to provide a reasonably safe environment for children. While injuries at such a facility are inevitable (children fall and bang into things on a regular basis), injuries which occur due to a failure on the part of the facility can lead to liability. Such failures can stem from improperly maintained facilities, poorly trained employees, and more. If a child is injured then the family may be entitled to any lifelong economic impact, medical expenses, pain and suffering, and possible punitive damages.
When a parent is informed that their son or daughter has been injured then it is generally advisable that they demand a full explanation of what happened from the childcare provider. If there is a question as to whether it was anything other than a normal incident, then one should consult with an attorney. Counsel will immediately send a demand to the provider that all evidence of the incident be maintained and will inform them that the family is now represented. The facility will typically refer the matter to their insurance carrier, who will deal with your attorney directly. If the matter involves negligence then once the child’s long-term prognosis is determined, a demand for payment will be sent to the adjuster. If a settlement cannot be reached then it will be necessary to file a lawsuit. Whether or not an injury is the result of negligence, as opposed to one that will occur in the normal course of business, will always depend on the specifics of the case.
If a lawsuit is necessary then it will begin by filing a Complaint with the Court. Defendants will typically include the childcare workers themselves, the business entity which owns the facility, and potentially other third-parties. Your attorney’s discovery efforts will typically involve requests for any video footage, the deposing of relevant witnesses, and the obtaining of various business records. If necessary, the case will proceed to trial. A jury will be responsible for determining whether the facility breached its obligation of care and the amount of damages to be awarded.
Damon Young is a Peoria childcare injury lawyer assisting Illinois parents who have seen their son or daughter harmed by negligence. Damon will use your initial consultation to gain an understanding of the facts and he will give you an honest assessment as to whether you may have a claim against the facility. He will immediately inform the facility of the representation and will obtain all relevant evidence. If a settlement cannot be reached then he will ensure that your case is handled correctly as it goes through the litigation process. If the matter involves egregious conduct then punitive damages may be appropriate. We understand the importance of handling such cases and we will strive to provide you with the highest level of service. Contact us online or by telephone today to schedule an initial consultation.
Attorney providing quality service to Illinois parents whose child has been injured
If your son or daughter has been injured then this is undoubtedly a gut wrenching experience. The last thing a family needs at a time such as this is a lawyer who does not give their case the attention it both needs and deserves. This is why our firm strives to provide the highest level of representation in each and every matter we handle. This includes promptly responding to your messages and making sure you know what to expect as the matter moves forward. If your child has been injured then the matter must be taken seriously. We are ready to assist you.
In addition to Peoria, our injury lawyer also serves clients in the Illinois cities of Bloomington, Eureka, Galesburg, Morton, Normal, Pekin, Springfield, and Washington.
