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Rib Fractures and Child Abuse
Posted in Injury Information on May 25, 2017
Children who are physically active can sustain rib fractures accidentally through sports injuries, trips and falls, and playground accidents. Rib fractures can also occur from blunt force trauma in car accidents. Yet in many cases, rib fractures signal child abuse. This is most common when the victim is less than two years old, since infants… read more
Torus Fractures in Children
Posted in Injury Information on May 23, 2017
A torus, or buckle, fracture can occur in children when something applies compressive force to an immature bone. Falls are the most common cause of torus fractures, in sports accidents or while playing on the playground. Because of this, they occur more commonly in the forearm and wrist than the legs. A child may suffer… read more
Greenstick Fractures in Children
Posted in Injury Information on May 22, 2017
A greenstick fracture is one that occurs in a young, soft bone. Soft bones, such as those in a child’s forearm or wrist, can bend and break. The phrase comes from the analogy of a fresh, green piece of wood that will bend outward instead of breaking cleanly. Greenstick fractures occur most commonly in the… read more
Corner or Bucket-Handle Fractures in Children
Posted in Injury Information on May 12, 2017
A corner fracture refers to injury of the metaphysis, or the growing plate at either end of long bones, such as the femur and tibia. The metaphysis is a piece of cartilage in children, not yet a fully ossified bone. Other names for a corner fracture are a bucket-handle fracture or metaphyseal fracture. Doctors used… read more
Are Schools Making Our Kids Sick?
Posted in Legal Questions on April 3, 2017
American students spend an average of six to eight hours a day in school, 180 days per year. That’s around 1,260 hours a child spends on school property every year. With this much of your kid’s life spent within the four walls of an institution, it’s troubling to think he or she may have faced… read more
Individuals with Autism at Substantially Heightened Risk for Injury/Death
Posted in safety tips on April 3, 2017
Autism spectrum disorder, or simply autism, is a developmental disorder that significantly impacts how a person sees and engages with his or her world. Autism can affect an individual’s emotional reactions, language development, body language, and comprehension of the intentions of others. Autism has a broad spectrum, with many levels and ranges in abilities. About… read more
The Most Common Accident and Injury Claims in Schools
Posted in Legal Questions on March 31, 2017
School grounds are just as prone to accidents and injuries as other public or private properties. Schools are fraught with the potential for injuries that range from parking lot accidents and trips and falls to physical violence and bullying. Although claims against schools are more complex than typical personal injury lawsuits, it is possible for… read more
Elements of Tort Law in School Liability
Posted in Legal Questions on March 29, 2017
Child injuries or deaths resulting from faulty playground equipment, inadequate supervision, unsafe premises, sports accidents, or sexual abuse may all stem from negligence. These types of accidents present opportunities for settlements or jury verdicts based on California tort laws. Tort laws involve personal injuries such as slips and falls, car accidents, and medical malpractice. Torts… read more
The Most Common Playground Injuries
Posted in safety tips on March 22, 2017
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, emergency departments treat more than 200,000 children 14 years and younger for playground-related injuries in the U.S. every year. About 45% of these injuries are severe, such as broken bones, concussions, internal injuries, and limb amputations. Most playground accidents stem from human error or negligence, such… read more
Does Sovereign Immunity Prevent a Lawsuit Against the School?
Posted in Legal Questions on March 16, 2017
Sovereign immunity is a rule that protects governmental agencies and bodies from lawsuits. It makes them immune, meaning other parties cannot sue them. “Sovereign immunity” applies to federal and state governments, while “governmental immunity” applies to city, county, and smaller governmental bodies. Bringing a lawsuit against a school typically falls under rules of the local… read more