Injured In A Public Park Or On A Playground?

What To Do If Your Child Is Injured On A Park Playground

If your child has been injured on a playground, it’s important to know what to do so your child gets the medical care they need. Taking immediate action also allows you to explore the legal avenues that can hold negligent parties responsible. 

After an injury, be sure to do the following: 

• Seek medical attention immediately. If your child has fallen and is unable to move, or you believe they have broken a bone or sustained a neck or head injury, contact 911 and allow medical professionals to assess your child. 
• Follow up on all doctor’s appointments and keep up with medications and any guidance your child’s doctor provides
• File a report with the property owner or manager of the facility where the injury happened
• Contact an experienced personal injury attorney

What Is The Most Common Playground Injury?

Injuries on playgrounds tend to be mild and include bumps, bruises, minor cuts, and scrapes. Most playgrounds are designed to help minimize severe injuries and incorporate things like rubber mats, pads, mulch, and safety bars to help encourage a safe play space.  

However, there are instances where a poorly maintained playground can lead to serious injuries. Some of the severe injuries children can face in a playground include broken bones, sprains, strains, head injuries, and torn ligaments. 

According to the Nationwide Children’s Hospital, one of the most common playground-related deaths is strangulation from clothing, strings, or ropes. 

While all children can fall victim to injuries on a playground, children ages 2 to 9 years old are some of the most vulnerable individuals who may suffer severe consequences from a playground injury. 

Who Can I Sue If My Child Is Injured On A Playground?

Accidents on playgrounds can happen for a variety of reasons. However, when the reason for the accident is because of a failure on the playground owner’s part, you may be able to pursue legal action against the playground owner.

Generally, the following parties could be liable after a playground injury:

• The property owner
• A city or township if your child was injured in a public park playground
• A school district

You may also pursue a claim against a homeowner if the accident happened on private property. Speak with a Las Vegas premises liability attorney to learn more. 

A playground manufacturer can also be held liable if its playground equipment violates product liability laws. Speak with a product liability lawyer to learn more. 

Contact Our Injury Attorneys Today

Both private and public park injuries can bring with them life-altering consequences. Know your rights when you speak with an experienced personal injury attorney in Las Vegas. Contact the team at Adam S. Kutner to learn more.