Florida Child Injury Lawyer Blog

Hazing in Florida schools and colleges is unfortunately a problem that permeates vritually every school. Bullying in any form is unacceptable regardless of the history or tradition. In some instances, the Sheriff's Office and State Attorney's Office pursue criminal charges against perpetrators of hazing related acts. While the injuries should not be the defining factor of the criminal case, often times the decision to charge or not to charge a student for hazing related acts turns on the severity of the injuries.

The death of FAMU band member - Robert Champion - has made headline news for many months. The case received a lot of press and media because it did involve a death and also involved a well known and prestigious band program at FAMU. Unfortunately, the culture of hazing has been present in the FAMU band program for years. The death of Robert Champion resulted in multiple arrests. It furthermore resulted in the assessment and reassessment of the policies and procedures for a university (FAMU) as well as a review of the entire band program. Certainly, the death of a student due to hazing demands action. Furthermore, the injury (whether emotional and / or physical) to a child from hazing related activities that do not result in death also demand action by the school and law enforcement.

Unfortunately, many acts of bullying go unnoticed and unpunished in many schools and communities. It is not always so easy to prove the acts of bullying or the harm caused to the child. Furthermore, schools and law enforcement have heavy work loads and case loads and cannot always properly investigate or respond to each and every report of bullying. In many instances, the parent needs to be proactive to get school administrators and / or law enforcement to take action or respond to incidents of bullying.

If a child has been the victim of a bully in a school, sports club, or other location / activity, it is important to review the bullying and disciplinary policies for the school or club. Many organizations and schools now have a policy and procedure in place for dealing with reports of bullying. Each bullying incident is unique because each child is different. Because of this, there is no "golden rule" for handling or responding to a bullying incident.

At times, it is helpful to have the advice and representation of a Florida Child Injury Lawyer when there is a problem with bullying. Typically, a Florida Child Injury Lawyer focuses his case work on matters resulting in a physical injury necessitating medical care. However, there are instances in which a lawyer will take on a case when the injuries are purely emotional ones when the conduct is egregious and there is a viable case to pursue against an individual, business, and / or school.

Florida is a tourist destination for many. Throughout most communities and especially the coastal communities and Orlando, there are hotels, motels, and resorts. Most lodging facilities in Orlando have a swimming pool. Some swimming pools at hotels, motels, and resorts are simple while others are quite elaborate with multi pools, slides, lazy reviews, splash playgrounds, and other amenities. Swimming pools and water parks can be a location of great fun and adventure for children and their families. Unfortuntately for some children, swimming pools and water parks can also be the site or location of serious personal injuries and, in some instances, the untimely and tragic death of a child. Is a Florida hotel, motel, and / or resort legally liable for injuries that take place in or near a swimming pool or water park area? The answer, like many questions of this nature, is "it depends". Each case or incident must be evaluated on its own facts, circumstances, and merits.

Just because a child is injured at a particular location - the property owner is not automatically liable for the injuries, medical bills, and related damages. If the property owner (hotel, motel, or resort) chooses to equip the facility with a swimming pool or water park, the property owner then has a duty to maintain the swimming pool or water park in a reasonably safe manner. The physcial structure and equipment should be frequently inspected and monitored for any issues or problems that may pose a danger to children like sharp edges, uncovered drains, broken handrails, etc. . . As for supervision, if the hotel, motel, or resort staffs the swimming pool or water park with lifeguards, then the lifeguards have a duty to monitor the area, remain alert, and act in a reasonable and timely manner as to anyone in or near the swimming pool or water park area.

The Orlando Sentintel recently posted photographs of the Best Florida Resort Pools. There are some wonderful photographs of pool and water park areas. In reviewing these photographs, I thought it would be important to caution parents that there is danger lurking in or near any kind of pool whether it is a simple one or an elaborate one. Certainly, one would think that a fancy resort pool with slides and a lazy river would be safe to use and would be well maintained; however, this is not always the case especially when a child suffers a serious personal injury as a result of the negligence of others.

The book titled - The ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Every Parent Should Know - has chapters on Swimming Pool and Water Park Injuries, Day Care Center Injuries, School Injuries,and other topics. You can get the book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

If a parent has a question about a child injury, it is importan to contact a Florida Child Injury Lawyer for advice, consultation, and representation. David Wolf, a Florida Child Injury Lawyer and Safety Advocate, has represented children for over 20 years. Dedicating his entire legal career to promote the safety and legal rights of children, Mr. Wolf offers free consultations on child injury matters and handles cases throughout the State of Florida. For a free consultation, contact David Wolf to get information as to the legal rights and remedies when a child suffers a personal injury.

Are grandparents entitled to compensation for the wrongful death of a child in the State of Florida? In Florida another state grandparents oftentimes have a strong bond with their grandchildren. The relationship between a grandparent and grandchild has a different dynamic than that of a parent. At times, grandparents are charged with the responsibility of raising a child for a short or extended period of time. In other instances, the grandparent and grandchild spend a good bit of time together due to a parents work and personal responsibilities. There is no question that the bond between many grandparents and grandchildren is strong and that the loss to a grandparent when a grandchild dies is quite painful and devastating for the grandparent. Often times, as a Florida Personal Injury Attorney, I am asked the following question:

Is the grandparent entitled to compensation for the wrongful death of a grandchild in the State of Florida?

Generally, the answer to this question is "No". The rules and procedures for Florida Wrongful Death cases are set forth in Chapter 768 of Florida Statutes. Unfortunately, there is no provision in the Florida Statutes that provides for the pain, suffering, or other damages that gives the grandparent a right of compensation for these damages. There are situations that can provide a grandparent compensation. For instance, if the grandparent had previously adopted the grandchild, then the grandparent under the authority of the State of Florida would in essence be the "parent" for purposes of Florida's Wrongful Death Act; however, in most instances, Florida law does not allow for compensation to a grandparent in a Florida Wrongful Death Act case.

Even though in most cases a grandparent cannot seek compensation for himself or herself, the grandparent may be able to assist parents in seeking damages for the wrongful death of a a child. A grandparent may be able to serve as the personal representative of the estate of the deceased child assuming that the parents consent to the same. The grandparent may also be able to provide valuable information and documents to assist with the pursuit of the wrongful death case.

While the grandparents cannot be awarded compensation individually, the grandparent can be of great value when pursuing damages, compensation, and justice for the tragic and untimely death of a child.

The book titled - The ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Every Parent Should Know - has chapters on Automobile Accidents, School Injuries, Day Care Center Injuries, Damages / Compensation, Medical Bills and Medical Treatment, and other topics. Get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

Are there limits or caps to damages that apply to Florida Wrongful Death cases involving the death of a child? Are there limitations in place as to compensation for parents in a Florida Wrongful Death case of a child? The answer to these questions like many questions are posed to me is "it depends". For most Florida Wrongful Death cases there are no legal or statutory limitations to recovery when a child and victim of a wrongful death. In other words, there are no limits to the amount compensation that a parent can or should be awarded for the death or loss of a child due to the negligent and careless acts of others. There are few exceptions though to this general rule. Medical malpractice cases are governed by Chapter 766 of the Florida statutes. There are some limitations in place depending on the type of malpractice and the type of medical provider involved with the care and medical treatment of child. Another type of case that is subject to limitations as to compensation in the claim stage is a case involving a Florida government entity. Chapter 768, Florida Statutes places caps or limitations on damages involving a case or claim against a government entity for the wrongful death of a child. The caps may be overridden if there is insurance in place or if a special claims bill or law is placed approving a higher award or settlment.

From a practical standpoint, consideration should be given to the amount of insurance coverage in place and the amount of assets available or place by the defendant involved in a Florida Wrongful Death case. For instance, if a child was injured as a result of the automobile accident and the at fault driver and owner only had $25,000 in coverage, there is a good chance that a settlement will be reached or paid in the amount of $25,000 - the automobile insurance policy limits. Is $25,000 adequate compensation for parent who lost a child due to the careless and negligent acts of another person? The answer to this question is Absolutely Not; however, however practical factors are typically considered in making a decision as to the settlement of case. Because Florida Wrongful Death cases and compensation for the same can can be quite complicated and difficult, it is important for parents who has lost a child due to the negligent acts of other to get advice, consultation, and legal representation from a Florida Personal Injury Attorney.

The attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A., a law firm based in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, have represented injured children and their families since 1957. The personal injury lawyers at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. have dedicated their careers to the protection of children and the enforcement of the rights of children and their parents when injury or death results from the negligent or careless acts of others. The book titled The ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Every Parent Should Know - has chapters on Automobile Accidents, School Injuries, Pedestrian Injuries, Damages / Compensation, and other topics. Get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

What types of matters, incidents, or accidents in the State of Florida qualify as a wrongful death case? In the State of Florida, children are the tragic and unfortunate victims of negligence and carelessness. When a child dies as a result of the negligence or carelessness of others, the case can be pursued pursuant to the Florida Wrongful Death Act. Chapter 768 of the Florida statutes governs cases pursued under for death of a child caused by the negligence of others. In Florida, there are various kinds of cases that can be pursued for the wrongful death of the child. Cases that may fit under the Florida Wrongful Death Act include the following:

Automobile Accidents;

Bicycle Accidents;

School Bus Accidents;

Trucking Accidents;

Pedestrian Accidents;

Defective Products;

School Related Injuries;

Day Care Center Related Injuries;

Construction Accident;

Slip and Fall Incident;

Medical Malpractice;

Playground Injuries; and

Other Matters.

Generally, a Florida wrongful death act case must be pursued within two years of the death of a child. Because a Florida Wrongful Death case can be quite complicated and confusing, it is often helpful to hire a Florida Child Injury Lawyer for consultation, advice, and legal representation regarding the untimely and preventable death of the child. Most parents dedicate their lives both emotionally and financially to the protection supervision of their children. As parents, we cannot always be present to protect our children. Furthermore, we cannot always protect our children even when we are present with our children. The attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. have been representing injured children and their families since 1957. For over 50 years, the attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A., a law firm based in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra Beach Florida, have dedicated their time, effort, and resources to the pursuit of cases involving serious injuries and deaths involving children. The book titled The ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Every Parent Should Know - has chapters on Automobile Accidents, School Injuries, Day Care Center Injuries, Damages / Compensation, and other topics. You can get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

A lawsuit was recently filed against the Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center. The case involves allegations of nursing / medical malpractice that resulted in the amputation of a baby's pinky. It was reported that a nurse at the hospital intended to cut an intravenous tube but severed the child's finger by mistake. The nurse was so upset that she rushed out of the room after the incident. You can read more about this case at Lawsuit Filed Due to Nursing / Medical Malpractice in Polk County Florida.

Unlike many malpractice cases filed in the State of Florida, it does not appear that liability or fault is going to be an issue or challenge in this case. The nurse made a mistake and it appears that the attorneys for the nurse and the hospital will not have much of a liability defense on this case; however, it should be noted that many cases that seem clear cut are often challenged as to proof and evidence. Often times, medical malpractice cases turn into a battle of the experts and dueling opinions on science, medicine, causation, and damages.

Hopefully, the insurance carriers and Defendants will eventually offer a settlement that fairly compensates the child and her parents for the harm caused to this innocent child. Time will tell how the case turns out.

When a child suffers an injury as a result of medical malpractice, nursing malpractice, an automobile accident, or other incident, it is often helpful for the parents to consult with and hire a Florida Personal Injury Lawyer for legal representation. The legal and practical issues involved with a personal injury case can be quite complicated.

The book titled - The ABCs of Child Injury -What Every Parent Should Know - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - has chapters on Automobile Accidents, Damages / Compensation, Playground Injuries, School Injuries, Medical Treatment and Medical Bills, and other topics. Get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

When a child dies it as a result of the careless or negligent acts of others, parents can seek damages for their loss of the child. When pursuing a Florida Wrongful Death case, there may be various forms of insurance that may be available for the parents to pursue. The available types of insurance may include the following:

Bodily Injury Insurance Coverage. A claim or case can be pursued for the bodily injury insurance benefits under a Florida automobile insurance policy. The child, who typically as a passenger in a vehicle, often times bears no responsibility or fault for the Florida automobile accident. Bodily injury insurance in Florida is optional coverage in the State of Florida. In other words, a driver / owner of a vehicle has no legal duty to maintain bodily injury insurance coverage. This coverage is available to victims who have been injured or the families of victims have died as a result of the negligent or careless driving of another person. The owner of the at fault vehicle is also liable under Florida's Dangerous Instrumentality. The automobile insurance policy limits of a bodily injury insurance policy can be as low as $10,000 and can be in excess of a million dollars. The amount of bodily injury insurance coverage will depend on the type of policy (personal or commercial) and the premium paid by the driver of vehicle or owner of the vehicle.

Uninsured or Underinsured (UM) Motorist Insurance Coverage. An UM automobile insurance claim can be pursued by estate of the deceased child for the wrongful death of the child. UM, which stands for Uninsured or Underinsured motorist coverage, can be pursued by estate of the deceased child for a vehicle occupied by the child at the time of the accident or for a vehicle owned by a resident relative of the child. There may be more than one UM policy that applies to a particular accident. UM coverage can be pursued if it can be proved that the child was injured or died as a result of the negligence of another driver/owner who did not have bodily injury insurance or in the alternative had insufficient bodily injury coverage to compensate the estate of the deceased child for the damages associated with the accident. For instance, let's say that the at fault driver and owner had a $10,000 bodily injury policy and the parents of the deceased child had a $100,000 uninsured motorist UM policy. If it can be shown that the child died as a result of the negligence of another person / driver, the bodily injury insurance adjuster should pay out $10,000 in bodily injury coverage. Thereafter, the uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance adjuster should pay out the the $100,000 UM coverage.

Death Benefit Coverage. Under most automobile insurance policies in the State of Florida, there is a death benefit generally in the range of $5,000 to $10,000 when a child dies as a result of automobile accident. The payment of this coverage is typically automatic if it can be shown that the child died as a result of an automobile accident regardless of who was at fault.

Homeowner's Insurance. A claim or case can be pursued to seek compensation under a homeowner's insurance policy if a child died as a result of the negligence of a homeowner or a resident relative of a homeowner. Unfortunately, there are many exclusions in a homeowners policy when there is an accident or injury sustained by a child. Because of this it is important to obtain legal representation from a Florida Child Injury Attorney or a Florida Personal Injury Attorney in a homeowner's insurance claim as well as any other claims involving the death of a child.

Commercial Liability Insurance. If the child is injured as a result of negligence of a business, there is often commercial liability insurance that is available to pursue a claim by the estate of the deceased child. The parents, by and through the legal representation of a Florida Personal Injury Lawyer, have a responsibility to prove the four basic elements of a negligence case which are as follows: 1. Duty; 2. Breach of Duty; 3. Causation; and 4. Damages.

Self-Insurance. When a business is self insured, there is no insurance in place to cover the injuries or damages caused by the negligence of the business and/or its employees. If a small business has no insurance and furthermore has no assets, it may prove to be quite difficult to collect on a settlement or judgment against the small business even if a case of negligence or carelessness can be proved. For larger companies that are self insured like Wal-Mart or Disney World, the fact that the business is self-insured is not a problem because the business entity has plenty of assets and resources to pay for a settlement or judgment for damages.

It should be noted that a Florida wrongful death case has both practical legal considerations that should be the evaluated when considering the appropriate course of action. Because of the complexity of these cases it is important to retain the services of a Florida Child Injury Lawyer for advice and legal representation.

The book titled ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - has chapters on Automobile Accidents, School Injuries, Day Care Center Injuries, Damages / Compensation, and other topics. Get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury. If a child has been injured at a Florida Day Care Center, another good resource for parents seeking information and answers to some basic questions is the book titled - Florida Day Care Center Injuries - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - Building Blocks of Knowledge for Parents. Get this book for free at Florida Day Care Center Injuries.

How is life expectancy calculated for determining determines for purposes of the Florida wrongful death when a child dies as a result of the negligent acts of another person business or government agency? A Florida Wrongful Death case can be pursued by the estate of the deceased child. Damages are the important part of of Florida wrongful death case. In order to determine damages, an life expectancy is a factor or element to consider in a Florida Wrongful Death case. In most wrongful death cases, damages are determined in part by calculating the joint life expectancy of the child and the parent. For instance, let's say the child dies at the age of eight years old. The child is survived by parents. The father was 40 years old and the mother was 38 years old at time of trial. The jury can consider the joint life expectancy of the child with each parent. In other words, if according to the life expectancy tables, the father is expected to live an additional 35 years and the mother is expected to live an additional 40 years. These time periods can be used to consider the how much to award in damages to the parents. Assuming that the child was relatively healthy prior to the accident that caused his death, the child would have certainly lived longer than the parents; however, it should be noted that the case will hinge on the combined life expectancy of the parent and child. In other words, the jury can consider how many years the parent would have been able to spend with the child if the tragic accident had not taken place. In most cases, the jury will be guided by the life expectancy or mortality tables. See Life Tables - Actuarial Tables - Mortality Tables. There may be cases in which the parent or child would have a different life expectancy from the standard charts. In other words, if the parent or child was in particularly good or poor health, the life expectancy of the person may be altered. In these cases, it may be helpful to have medical or expert testimony presented as to the probable life span of the person.

A Florida Wrongful Death case can be quite complicated. Because of this, it is often times helpful to have advice, consultation, and representation from a Florida Child Injury Lawyer. The attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. have been representing families who have lost a child due to negligence since 1957. For over 50 years, the personal injury attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. have been On Your Side - At Your Side in cases involving automobile accidents, slip and fall incidents, medical malpractice, school injuries, day care center injuries, and other cases.

The book titled - The ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Every Parent Should Know - has chapters on Damages / Compensation, Medical Bills / Treatment, Automobile Accidents, School Injuries, Day Care Center Injuries, and other topics. Get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

In Jacksonville, Florida and other coastal cities and towns, beach driving is permitted. Beach driving can be and is dangerous to pedestrians who are toddlers and other children. Unfortunately, many children have been injured in automobile / pedestrian accidents on Florida beaches in cities and towns that permit beach driving. The beach should be a location that is safe for children while they play or run around on the beach. Of course, there are significant risks of drowning for small children in the ocean even with the presence of lifeguards; however, the beach itself should be relatively safe place for children. Of course, the beach becomes much more dangerous when beach driving is allowed. In areas where beach driving is important, it is vital that drivers slow down and pay close attention to any and all children or near the beach area. While there are benefits to having beach driving and access in place, it is my opinion that the risk of injury to small children far outweigh any of the so called benefits of beach driving.

When a child is injured as a result of Florida automobile accident or Florida pedestrian accident, there are often times many issues and questions faced by the parents. A Florida Child Injury Lawyer can help a parent with these challenges by providing advice and legal representation of the injured child. The attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. have been representing injured children and their families since 1957. Contact the attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. for a free consultation.

The book titled - The ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - has chapters on Automobile Accidents, Day Care Center Injuries, School Injuries, Damages / Compensation, and other topics. Get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

A recent incident of a pedestrian / automobile accident on a Florida beach was recently reported in Jacksonville, Florida. The accident / incident took place at Huguenot Memorial Park which is located on Hecksher Drive in Jacksonville (Duval County) Florida. The Florida Times Union reported that child younger than the age of 2 was hit by a motor vehice on the beach. See Child Hit by Car on Jacksonville Florida Beach. The injuries required transport to a local hospital but they were not life threatening injuires.

Is an autopsy required in order to pursue a Florida Wrongful Death case on behalf of a parent who has lost a child? In the State of Florida, a wrongful death case is governed by Chapter 768, Florida Statutes and related case law which set forth the elements of a case. The burden of proof is on the parents, through their attorney, to prove each element of the case to be entitled to an award or settlement for the damages related to the Florida Wrongful Death of a child.

Often times, as a child Florida Child Injury Lawyer, I am asked if an autopsy is required in order to pursue a wrongful death case involving the untimely and preventable death of a child. The simple answer to this to this issue is No. An autopsy is not required under Florida law as an element in the Florida statutes and case law to pursue a Florida Wrongful Death case; however, it should be noted that the Plaintiff, otherwise known as the Estate of the deceased child, has the burden of proof to show that the death of the child was the proximate cause of the negligent acts of another person, business, or government agency. While an autopsy is not required per se, it may be helpful to have an autopsy completed in order to help prove that the death was caused by the negligence of others. If an autopsy is not performed, the cause of death may be able to be proved by other facts, circumstances, testimony, and evidence. The Estate of the deceased child in a Florida Wrongful Death case can present medical records, accident records, and expert testimony of medical witnesses to prove the cause and mechanism of the death of the child.

Because a wrongful death case in the proof regarding the same can be quite complicated it is important for a parent to contact a Florida Child Injury Lawyer as soon as practical to review the case and to get advice as to potential causes of actions.

The book titled - The ABC Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Every Parent Should Know - has chapters on Damages / Compensation, Automobile Accidents, Day Care Center Injuries, School Injuries, and other topics. You can get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

Florida is a destination location for tourists, visitors, and families during Spring break and other times of the year. In most instances, a day outing to a beach, lake, river, ocean, or swimming pool is filled with fun and good times. However, at times, a simple day of fun and swimming can turn tragic when there is an accidental drowning. Many drowning incidents are preventable with planning, supervision, and other safety precautions. It is not just infants and toddlers who are at risk for drowning incidents. School aged children, high schoolers, and even college students are at risk for drowning on any given day and at any given moment. Because of this, it is important to establish a buddy system for each swimmer and, when possible, have an adult monitor and supervise especially if there are no lifeguards in the area. Parameters and limitations should be set as to where each swimmer can swim and how far out each swimmer / child should go. In addition, it is helpful to know the depths and drop offs when swimming in natural water ways like oceans, lakes, rivers, and canals. Of course, it is also helpful to know the depths and layouts of swimming pool areas as well. Even with safety precautions in place, some drownings still take place because there is always some risk associated with swimming.

In Florida, a drowning was recently reported that involved 12 year old girl who was on a Spring Break outing. The Associated Press and the Marion County Sheriff's Office reported that Zakiyah Dowdy drowned while swimming at Lake Weir. She was with her cousin - Joyisa Reid - and other family members at the time. It was reported that this area of the lake had a steep drop off approximatley 15 miles from the shore which the family and swimmers may have not been familiar with. Reid, who also had some trouble in the water, was rescued. Tragically, however, the family and others could not locate Dowdy in the water. A rescue team later arrives on the scene and located the body of Dowdy.

The death of Zakiyah Dowdy was certainly a great loss for her family, friends, neighborhood, and community. See Drowning of 12 Year Old Girl Reported in Marion County, Florida (Lake Weir).

When a child suffers serious personal injuries or dies, a parent often times has many issues and challenges to deal with. Many parents will relay on the support of family, friends, neighbors and the community while dealing with the initial shock and the grief process. It is important to have support during these troubling times. Thereafter, the parents may be in need of legal advice as issues that may arise including medical bills, funeral bills, insurance, liability, and other issues. A Florida Child Injury Lawyer provides advice, consultation, and legal representation to parents dealing with these and other issues.

The book titled - The ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Every Parent Should Know - has chapters on Damages / Compensation, Water Park and Swimming Related Injuries, and other topics. Get his book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury.

A common item in most schools, day care centers, and homes put children at risk for serious personal injuries and even death in some instances. It is the medicine cabinet, container, drawer, or bottle. Tragically, children are the unfortunate victims of accidental overdoses of medication which, in turn, require emergency medical care and result in serious injuries or death. While over the past 40 years, the number of deaths from medication poisonings have decreased - the number of incidents of child poisonings have increased.

Because of the significant risks presented by medication poisoning, it is important for parents, babysitters, day care center providers, teachers, and other caregivers to safeguard medications. It is estimated that over 160 children are seen in emergency rooms every day for medication poisoning incidents. It is especially important to safeguard medications from young children who can mistake medication for candy in some instances. See also Up and Out of the Way - Keep Medications Out of the Reach of Children.

When a child is injured as a result of the negligence of a school, day care center, or other person, a parent is often faced with the challenges of medical bills, medical treatment, and other issues. The book titled - The ABCs of Child Injury - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Every Parent Should Know - has chapters on Day Care Center Injuries, School Injuries, Homeowner's Insurance, Damages / Compensation and other topics. Get this book for free at The ABCs of Child Injury. While no book is a substitute for legal representation, the book has some helpful information for parents and other concerned persons when a child suffers injuries as a result of the negligence or fault of a school, day care center, government, or other person.

When a child is injured as a result of the negligence of another person, a parent often times will need the services of a Florida Child Injury Attorney to seek compensation and damages for the injuries. The personal injury attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. have been representing injured children and their families since 1957. At Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. the attorneys are On Your Side - At Your Side.