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$1.65 Million Car Accident
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$1.35 Million Drunk Driving Accident
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$4.8 Million Bicycle Accident
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$1 Million Assault Injury
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$11 Million Police Shooting Victims
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$1 Million Falling Object Injury
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$625K Premises Liability
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$31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
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Maximum Compensation Bus Accident
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$3.25 Million Cement Truck Accident
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$1.5 Million Commercial Vehicle Accident
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$10 Million Tractor-Trailer Accident
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$31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
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$11 Million Police Shooting Victims
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$1.25 Million Premises Liability
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$4.25 Million Tractor-Trailer Collision
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$2.4 Million Pedestrian Accident
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$1 Million Truck Accident
Philadelphia Child Injury Lawyer
Daycare Injury Attorney in Philadelphia, PA Protecting Children From Caregiver Negligence Throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania
Child injuries are not only devastating for the child but also for the entire family. No parent wants to see their child suffering. The fact that the pain and suffering of your child were brought about by the negligence of another party only makes it worse. Families are faced with the possibility of the child having to live with a disability for the rest of their lives. They are also faced with hefty medical expenses and other losses as a result of the child’s injury. If your child has been injured as a result of the negligent or reckless actions of another party, you can pursue compensation with the help of an experienced Philadelphia child injury lawyer from our law firm.
At van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin, you can access high-quality legal representation without worrying about the costs. Our experienced and skilled legal team works on a contingency fee basis. That means that we only get paid when we win. You can ensure that justice is served on behalf of your child when you have an experienced team fighting in your corner.
Contact our law firm to schedule free, no-obligation consultation with an experienced attorney from our law firm. We are available to help you understand your case, your rights, and the options available to you.
Find Out What Your Case is Worth
We invite you to reach out to us today to schedule a free consultation with a member of our team. Call (215) 610-3440 or contact us online to learn more.
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What To Do If Your Child is Injured
When your child is injured it is important to act quickly. This is vital not just to secure their health, but also to preserve you and your child’s right to recover compensation from the at-fault party. The following are steps to keep in mind when a child is injured:
Seek medical care
Your child’s health is the top priority when an accident occurs. You should seek medical treatment for your child’s injuries as soon as possible after they occur. Visit the emergency room if necessary or contact emergency services for medical assistance at the scene of an accident. Do not put off going to the doctor for medical care. Immediate medical treatment will help to prevent complications and identify any injuries whose symptoms aren’t obvious. Your child’s medical records will be a vital piece of evidence in pursuing compensation.
Preserve evidence
If you intend to seek compensation on behalf of your child, you must preserve evidence regarding the accident or incident. For example, take photos at the scene of the accident or place the defective product in a bag or container in order to preserve its condition for further investigation. All evidence should be preserved carefully. This evidence will help to build your case.
Hire an experienced attorney
Speak with an experienced Philadelphia child injury lawyer as soon as possible after your child’s injury has occurred. Your attorney will advise you on what you should do and how you can recover compensation on behalf of your child.
The team at van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin are experienced in fighting on behalf of injured children and their families. We will fight for full compensation on your behalf.
- Abuse Injuries
- Airbag Injuries
- Amputation Injury
- Birth Injury
- Burn Injury
- C-Section Injury
- Catastrophic Injuries
- Child Injuries
- Construction Accidents
- Dog Bites
- Jail Injury
- Medical Malpractice
- Nursing Home Negligence
- Police Brutality
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability
- SEPTA Accidents
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Surgical Errors
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Trip & Fall Injuries
- Workplace Accidents
- Wrongful Death
Frequently Asked Questions About Daycare Injury Claims in Philadelphia, PA
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 215-610-3440 today!
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Yes. Children have a right to be compensated just as an adult would be in a personal injury claim. If a child suffers an injury as a result of the negligence or recklessness of another party, they should be compensated for their injuries. The parents or guardians of the child can seek compensation on behalf of the child.
If your child has been injured in an accident caused by another party, contact van der Veen, Hartshorn and Levin to consult with an experienced Philadelphia child injury lawyer. Our attorneys will help you understand your child’s case better and help you explore options for recovering compensation. Contact us now to schedule your free consultation.
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This is an excellent question. Many parents are concerned about the impact that legal proceedings can have on their child. In general, your child will have very little if any involvement in the entire process. When you work with an experienced Philadelphia child injury lawyer from van der Veen, Hartshorn and Levin, we will do all the work so you can focus on your child and their recovery. Your child won’t have to testify repeatedly or relive the trauma of the incident over and over again. We will work to protect your child and your family as well as to prevent the same thing from happening to other children and their families.
Filing a claim to recover compensation for your child’s injuries and your family’s damages will help to ease the economic burden on you and your family brought about by the incident. Speak with an experienced daycare injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA from our law firm and learn about the options available to you and your family as well as how we can help.
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Daycare providers have a legal duty to ensure a safe environment for the children in their care. Negligence may be involved if staff members failed to supervise children properly, allowed access to dangerous objects, ignored hazardous conditions, used unsafe equipment, or violated daycare safety regulations. Injuries resulting from rough handling, lack of supervision, unsafe play areas, or failure to respond appropriately to medical needs may also indicate negligence. An experienced daycare injury attorney can investigate what happened and determine whether the injury was preventable.
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Your first step should be to seek medical care immediately. A prompt medical evaluation protects your child’s health and creates documentation that will be essential to your claim. After your child receives treatment, report the injury to the daycare facility and request a written incident report. Preserve all evidence, including photos of the injury, the scene, and any hazardous conditions. Save any defective toys or equipment involved in the incident. Finally, speak with a child injury attorney right away to ensure your rights are protected.
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Clients share their experiences and results firsthand
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"I love that I have Mike on my side, whenever I question what am I supposed to do? I used to call my dad and after my dad passed, even for things that aren’t always law related, I know I could still call Mike, and I love that about him. He’s just amazing, and I know that if I send somebody here that they’re going to be represented a hundred percent." -Jamie
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"this law firm has afforded low income people of Philadelphia a relationship with an attorney that they can come and meet. To have a the intuition to give a damn about the little people, and then give them that same kind of respect and consideration is unmatched." -Melvin
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"He represented me in multiple criminal cases, and I had a lengthy criminal record. He never judged me, and treated me like anybody else, he never looked at me different. He's a real good guy, professional, very honest. When I say I never went to another attorney...he's the best." -Tiffany
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"He gives you the impression there’s a person you can count on, a person that you can rely on in terms of having some representation. He kept me informed, he kept me up to date with everything that was going on throughout the process. What doctor, what appointments, who I have to see…I was always very well informed." -Sam
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