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Experienced & Skilled Child Injury Attorneys Representing Families of Injured Children In Suffolk County, Nassau County, and Throughout Long Island
Was your child involved in an accident? Were they injured as a result of the accident? This is the stuff of nightmares for parents. Child injuries are especially devastating as they can rob children of their potential. When a child injury does occur, the last thing on any parent’s mind is to deal with documentation to pursue compensation for their child’s injuries. However, with the representation of an experienced New York child injury lawyer, you can focus on your child’s recovery while your attorney represents you in recovering compensation.
The legal team at the Harrison Law Group, P.C. is familiar with the unique and sensitive nature of cases involving child injuries. We work with a network of leading experts in pediatric health and psychology to help us understand the full impact of the injuries on the child. Our aggressive team will work tirelessly to pursue maximum compensation in your child’s injury case.
Contact us to consult for free with an experienced attorney from our law firm. We’d be happy to represent you and your family in seeking justice on behalf of your child.
Common Types of Child Injury Cases a New York Child Injury Lawyer from the Harrison Group Can Assist Your With
The lawyers at the Hoffman Law Group, P.C. have extensive experience in representing children and their families in the all wide variety of cases. We’ve successfully represented victims of child injury in cases involving:
- Choking
- Food poisoning
- Dog bites
- Slip and falls
- Defective products
- Burns
- Car accidents
- Exposure to toxic chemicals
- School and daycare accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Swimming pool accidents
- And many more
We also represent families of children that have died as a result of the injuries they suffered in an accident. We provide guidance and representation for bereaved families throughout the wrongful death lawsuit process. We will help you recover financial compensation and seek justice on behalf of your child.
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Liability in Child Injury Cases
Children suffer scrapes and bruises almost on a daily basis while playing. These are to be expected. However, there are times when children are seriously injured as a result of accidents. While many of these severe injuries are unintentional, most are a result of accidents that could have been avoided. These accidents often occur as a result of negligence on the part of adults. There are several ways how this can happen.
Caretaker negligence
When you place your child in another adult’s care, you expect that they will be watchful and keep your child from harm. This is true whether you drop your child off at school, daycare, or even a holiday camp. Caretakers are required to supervise and monitor children to ensure their safety. However, when a caretaker fails to do so, accidents can occur. When this happens you can hold the caretaker or the institution they work for responsible for your child’s injuries.
Defective products
Manufacturers have the responsibility to produce and distribute safe products. This is especially true when the intended consumer of the product is a child. It is easy for children to be injured as a result of using an unsafe product. When this happens it is possible to hold the company behind the product responsible for your child’s injuries. Both the manufacturer as well as the retailer that sold the product can be held liable.
Premises liability
Property owners are required by law to ensure their properties are reasonably safe for guests or visitors. They are therefore meant to attend to hazards or provide adequate warning about the hazards. While property owners have no obligation to protect trespassers, this does not apply to children. Property owners can be held liable for injuries children sustain as a result of dangerous conditions on their property even if the child wandered onto their property without an express invitation.
Contact the Harrison Law Group P.C. for Free Consultation with an Experienced Long Island Child Injury Lawyer
Has your child suffered an injury as a result of the negligence or recklessness of another party? The consequences of an injury can be life-altering for a child. With so much at stake, it is important that you seek the best legal representation.
Contact the Harrison Law Group, P.C. to schedule free consultation with an experienced New York child injury lawyer from our law firm. Our free consultation is a great opportunity to learn about your rights and options so you can make an informed decision. If you choose our law firm to represent you, you can be sure that our legal team will dedicate their time and resources to ensure the best outcome for your case. Call us today to book an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Child Injuries in New York
Putting an exact value on a child injury case can be tricky. There are no two cases that are exactly alike and there is no mathematical way to determine the exact amount of compensation you can recover for your claim. However, an experienced New York child injury lawyer can provide you with an approximate figure on how much you can expect to recover based on the circumstances surrounding your case as well as their experience in handling similar cases. This approximate figure will act as a guide in pursuing your claim and ensure that you can avoid settling for less than the true value of your case.
Every child injury case is unique. With the help of an experienced attorney, you can recover economic and non-economic damages for a child injury claim. Economic damages are given to compensate for financial losses resulting from the accident. These include:
— Medical bills
— Future medical expenses
— Long term care
— Rehabilitation
— Permanent disability
— Your lost wages for the period you take off work to care for your child.
Non-economic damages are given to compensate for the psychological impact that an accident can have on the child and their parents. Non-economic damages may include:
— Pain and suffering
— Anxiety
— Emotional distress
— Post-traumatic stress disorder
— Disfigurement
— Loss of normal childhood
— Diminished quality of life
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Why Choose The Harrison Law Group, P.C.?
For over 30 years, The Harrison Law Group, P.C.’s ability, and desire to actively listen to you and deeply understand your experiences has set us apart. We aggressively pursue fair and appropriate compensation for our clients who have been injured in New York.
- We listen because we care about your recovery and maintain consistent, clear communication to effectively express your voice on your behalf.
- We relieve the pressure so you can exhale — while we inhale your case details and engage with the insurance company.
- We’re not casual about your case or your representation; we are intentional and strategic, based on your needs and our experience.
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Read More ReviewsWhat is Personal Injury?
If you’re injured as a result of a negligent third party, you may be entitled to compensation due to the damages you’ve experienced — either directly through the responsible party or their insurance company. An experienced New York personal injury lawyer will focus on tort law while seeking economic and non-economic damages for their clients — whether or not the target is a multi-million dollar award.
Personal injuries are classified as injuries to the body, mind, and emotions of an individual. When you suffer an injury because of another party, you experience turmoil, and your quality of life will change. Some victims experience loss of enjoyment of life, and even depression.
It’s important to speak with mindful attorneys who have the wisdom to handle your case effectively. Personal injury suits are filed against individuals or entities that cause harm due to recklessness, negligence, misconduct, or liability.
What Sets Us Apart?
Our attorneys and staff are competent, compassionate, and committed to seeking the maximum fair and appropriate compensation for all of our clients. We fight to win, not to quickly settle and move on to the next case. Our firm will make sure that you are properly advised of all of your options while giving you the proper legal advice to make the right decision for yourself and your family. We are willing to go above and beyond to meet your expectations, whether it’s meeting with you after hours, on the weekends, at your home, in the hospital, or at the office. We will make ourselves available for you 24/7.
Immediate Action
We understand the immediate concerns you will have, which include paying your bills, traveling to and from work and doctors’ appointments, and taking care of your daily responsibilities. We want you to know that here at The Harrison Law Group we understand and can help. We will take immediate action on your case and begin to work as soon as we are retained.
A Commitment to Excellence & Solutions For You
Our reputation is built on a record of attentiveness and diligence in pursuit of our clients’ interests. We fight hard for all of our clients with outstanding creative approaches and individualized solutions in personal injury and accident cases to seek the maximum fair and appropriate compensation. Time after time, The Harrison Law Group, P.C. has taken cases that other attorneys either wanted to drop or would have settled for small amounts, and we turned them into million-dollar cases. We have been dedicated to Personal Injury and helping our clients pursue justice for over 30 years.
Constant Communication
Our office sets itself apart because we do not only return phone calls; we call our clients at least every 30 days to provide a status update on your case — and if there is no update, we call to see how you are doing. Happy clients are informed clients, and we are committed to keeping you informed every step of the way. We are available 24/7 to all of our clients via email, text, or phone to answer questions and give updates. While we have a big firm reputation, we have a small firm dedication to each client.
Types of Personal Injury
Personal injuries can refer to injuries sustained due to dental malpractice, product liability, or assault claims, but they more commonly involve the following types of injuries:
Car Accidents
When your vehicle collides with another vehicle, a pedestrian, an animal, debris, or another stationary obstruction such as a tree, pole, or building, you may face significant injuries and expenses that often include medical treatment and vehicle repairs. Following a car accident that was no fault of your own, it is important to immediately begin working with a New York personal injury lawyer to seek fair and appropriate compensation.
Truck Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents involving a truck or tractor-trailer and caused by the recklessness of others will present additional complex factors that are not present in a regular car accident case. You can be certain that there will be attorneys representing the truck driver, which is why you should partner with a New York personal injury lawyer at our law office immediately.
Motorcycle Accidents
When your motorcycle is involved in a motor vehicle accident at no fault of your own, you will need help in your fight to be fairly compensated in your case. As a client of our law firm, you can be confident that we are bringing the fight to the insurance company.
Premises Liability
An injury from an accident caused by unsafe conditions on someone else’s property often involves a fall on a slippery or uneven surface. Other types of negligence or dangerous circumstances may also lead to an injury or death. In some cases, your accident could amount to a multi-million dollar settlement. Our law office of NY accident attorneys will be happy to guide you through this process as our client.
Dog Bite
Dog owners are generally determined to be liable if their dog hurts you or anyone else. New York personal injury law in this situation provides a means to seek compensation for your medical expenses, your pain and suffering, & much more.
Slip and Fall
A property owner could be liable for damages if you slip, trip, and fall on their property due to their negligence. Working with a qualified New York personal injury lawyer in this situation is important because the Queens, Nassau County, Suffolk County, or Long Island property owner that you file a claim against will certainly be represented by law firms who are trying to dismiss or settle your case for as little as possible.
Construction Accidents
An injury sustained due to working on a construction site can be life-changing or deadly. In many cases, such an injury will prevent your ability to continue working for some duration of time. Workers’ compensation is available for these types of accidents. Depending on the details of your case, you may also be able to file a lawsuit.
Wrongful Death
Death caused by negligence or intentional actions of another party is known as wrongful death. The NY accident attorneys at our law office are experienced in these cases and are ready to help you fight for the money you need.
Medical Malpractice
When you work with a licensed medical professional, you have every right to expect that they will take prudent and cautious steps to help you work towards a successful recovery. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. The New York personal injury attorneys at our law firm are ready to help you fight for fair compensation.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Law
What types of compensation can be received in a personal injury case?
There are several types of compensable damages that can be received including money for lost wages and career change, property damage compensation, health aids, and home rehabilitation to accommodate for the injuries sustained.
What is the difference between a “personal injury claim” and “personal injury lawsuit”?
A personal injury claim is when you or the law firm you have retained and the at fault party’s insurance company try to come up with a settlement to resolve your claim. Most cases generally do settle out of court. If a settlement can not be reached, a law firm will go ahead and commence a personal injury lawsuit, which simply means taking the at fault party to court.
How much is my case worth?
The value of your case depends on multiple factors such as liability, injuries, insurance coverage, venue, medical bills and etc. Here at The Harrison Law Group, P.C., we will evaluate your case and give you the most comprehensive answer as far as what you can expect regarding compensation.
What should you do after a personal injury accident?
Seek medical attention. Take photos of your injuries, defects and property damage. Keep track of everyone you speak with, take the names, phone numbers and addresses of all witnesses, as this will be useful information for when you hire an attorney. Finally, call The Harrison Law Group, P.C. to see how we can help.
What if I am part responsible for the accident?
Even if you are partially responsible for the accident you may still be entitled to compensation and you should not wait and speak to an attorney right away.
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