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Compensation for Your Child's Injuries
Accidents caused by defective toys can require extensive hospital stays, multiple surgeries, therapy, and other expensive procedures to ensure a child’s recovery. As a result, you may be wondering what type of compensation you can recover from a defective toy claim.
While you can’t put a price on a child’s health, adequate compensation can be a step in the right direction. With the help of our firm, you can file a product liability lawsuit to recover damages for medical bills, ongoing care, pain and suffering, and additional financial losses.
In order to win your child’s toy injury claim, you must be able to prove that:
- The product was defective;
- The designer or manufacturer caused the product to be defective;
- As a direct result of the negligence, your child was injured; and
- Your child’s injuries resulted in compensable damages.
While the value for injuries sustained is relatively straightforward to determine, it is much more difficult to work out the potential loss of the child’s income as an adult and future medical treatment.
A product liability lawyer, and their access to professionals in the medical and economic field, can help determine the fair value of these types of lawsuits. That way, you are able to seek the appropriate amount of compensation from the manufacturer responsible for your child’s injuries.
What to Do If Your Child Is Injured by a Defective Toy
Seek Medical Attention
If your child has been injured by a dangerous or defective toy, the first step is to seek medical attention immediately. Be sure to document any medical treatment your child receives and keep all receipts and records related to the injury, as this can help your product liability claim later on.
Take Photos & Collect Evidence
Once your child has received medical attention, it is important to take photos of the toy and any injuries caused by it. If possible, collect any broken pieces of the toy as evidence of its defectiveness. Additionally, if there were any witnesses who saw what happened, make sure to get their contact information, as they may be able to provide valuable testimony later on.
Contact an Attorney
After collecting evidence and documenting your child’s injury, you should contact a Los Angeles toy injury lawyer who specializes in product liability cases. An experienced attorney, like those at Shoop APLC, can help you determine if you have a valid claim against the manufacturer or seller of the toy that caused your child’s injury and can advise you on how best to proceed with filing a lawsuit.
File a Product Liability Claim
If it is determined that you have a valid claim against the manufacturer or seller of the toy, then you will need to file a claim in order to receive compensation for damages such as medical bills and pain and suffering. Your attorney can help guide you through this process and ensure that all paperwork is filed correctly and on time so that your claim is not denied due to an administrative error.
In the last 14 years, Shoop & team's impressive track record includes hundreds of Product Liability cases resulting in verdicts or settlements exceeding $1 million. For a Product Liability team with an exemplary track record, clients choose Shoop.
Common Toy-Related Injuries
A toy-related injury occurs when a child is harmed while playing with a toy. These injuries can range from minor scrapes to serious health issues depending on the nature of the toy, how it is used, and whether it is age-appropriate.
Common types of toy-related injuries among young children include:
- Choking Hazards: Toys with small parts, loose pieces, or broken fragments can be swallowed or inhaled, leading to choking. Examples include marbles, small building blocks, and detachable eyes on stuffed animals.
- Cuts and Abrasions: Sharp edges or poorly constructed toys can cause skin injuries. Examples include broken plastic toys, and sharp corners on ride-on toys.
- Strangulation Risks: Toys with strings, cords, or long straps can pose strangulation hazards, especially for toddlers. Examples include pull-along toys with cords and jump ropes.
- Falls from Toys: Injuries can occur when children fall off ride-on toys or other play equipment. Examples include scooters, rocking horses, and bicycles.
- Eye Injuries: Pointed toys or projectiles can cause eye injuries. Examples include darts, toy guns that shoot pellets, or laser pointers.
- Burns: Toys powered by electricity or involving heat elements can cause burns if they malfunction or are used improperly. Examples include toy ovens, chemistry sets.
- Allergic Reactions or Toxic Exposure: Toys made with harmful materials or containing small amounts of toxic chemicals can cause skin irritation or poisoning, such as paints, cheap plastics, or toys with lead-based components.
- Hearing Damage: Loud toys can harm a child's hearing over time, such as musical toys with high decibel outputs, noisy electronic gadgets.
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Experienced Advocates for Toy Injury Cases
At Shoop | A Professional Law Corporation, our Los Angeles toy injury attorneys have extensive experience in handling cases involving injuries caused by defective toys. We understand the devastating impact that a dangerous toy can have on a child and their family, and we are dedicated to seeking justice and fair compensation for our clients.
When you choose our law firm to represent you, you can expect:
- Knowledgeable and compassionate attorneys who will listen to your story and understand the unique circumstances of your case
- Thorough investigation and analysis of the toy and its potential defects
- Collaboration with experts in toy safety and product liability to build a strong case on your behalf
- Aggressive negotiation with manufacturers, distributors, and insurance companies to secure the maximum compensation available
- Transparent communication and regular updates on the progress of your case
With our dedicated legal team by your side, you can focus on your child's recovery while we fight for your rights and hold those responsible accountable for their negligence.
Discuss Your Options in a Free Consultation
Shoop | A Professional Law Corporation is dedicated to representing injury victims and their families from coast-to-coast. When you retain our firm, our Los Angeles defective toy attorneys will work tirelessly to help you recover the compensation your family needs and deserves.
Our attorneys have successfully recovered hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of our clients, and have the knowledge and resources necessary to maximize the value of your claim.
Ready to get started? Call (866) 884-1717 or reach out online to discuss your case at no cost.