Orange County Child Injury Lawyer

At MLG Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers, our lawyers represent children who have suffered unintentional injuries. It's normal for children to get hurt, but when someone else's negligence causes it and severely injured them, your child deserves justice. That is where our child injury attorney can help you.

We have seen children suffer serious injuries in school bus accidents, falls, and through medical care. This includes birth injuries. Learn more about child injuries below. Then, contact our child injury attorney to schedule a free case evaluation on your personal injury case.

Let Our Orange County Child Injury Lawyer Advocate for Your Family

When your child is injured, the emotional toll it takes on you as parents can be overwhelming. Navigating the legal system while ensuring your child receives the best care only adds stress.

Our Orange County child injury lawyer is dedicated to advocating for families affected by child injuries, offering compassionate support and expert legal guidance. We understand the unique challenges and sensitivities involved in these cases and work tirelessly to secure the justice and compensation your family deserves.

With a focus on your child's well-being and future, we meticulously investigate each case to determine the full extent of the injury and its impact on your child's life.

Our legal team collaborates with medical professionals to ensure we understand your child's needs for recovery and future care. We handle all legal aspects of your case, allowing you to focus on your child's healing and your family's emotional recovery. Let us be your family's advocate, fighting for the resources you need to move forward after an injury.

Aggressive Representation for Families throughout California

A personal injury of any kind can be devastating, but an injury to a child is particularly tragic. A single act of negligence can have a serious and long-lasting impact on a child and their future. If your child has been injured due to someone else's carelessness or negligence, you deserve aggressive and relentless legal representation from a firm that truly cares about your family.

At Marcereau Law Group, everything we do is done to help you achieve the recovery you need and deserve. We take pride in helping restore the health and well-being of those we serve; especially children harmed through no fault of their own.

We urge you to take advantage of our strong track record of success, our extensive knowledge, and our ability to build a strong claim against those responsible for your child's injuries.

Contact us at (949) 323-4890 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.

Child Injury Cases

Many types of incidents and accidents can cause child injuries. These injuries can range from emotional damage caused by hazing or bullying to sexual abuse. This can even include catastrophic physical injuries such as brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, limb loss, organ damage, blindness, or burns. We have experience with personal injury claims, from car accidents to playground incidents.

In any of these types of accidents, it must be determined whether negligence or carelessness was the underlying cause of the accident. Negligence may have been from a teacher, caregiver, coach, motorist, bus driver, or product manufacturer.

Common causes of child injuries include:

• Hazing
• Bullying and abuse
• Playground accidents
• Accidents at school
• School bus accidents
• Swimming pool accidents
• Fall accidents

Most children spend most of their time at school or daycare. Sadly, they are often seriously injured at school. What makes it worse is that public schools are government entities, and strict protocols must be followed when filing personal injury cases against them.

Schools must also be held liable for providing a safe learning environment. Unfortunately, many children are sometimes victims of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse in schools.

In the aftermath of an accident, you should act immediately by hiring a personal injury attorney to protect your child's rights and hold the responsible parties accountable.

Examples of Accidents Leading to Child Injuries

Some of the most common accidents that could lead to serious injuries include:

• Car Accidents. Children can suffer significant injuries as passengers in car accidents, often requiring extensive medical treatment.
• Playground Injuries. Faulty equipment or poor maintenance can lead to falls and other playground injuries.
• Dog Bites. Young children are particularly vulnerable to dog attacks, which can cause serious physical and emotional trauma.
• Swimming Pool Accidents. Drowning or near-drowning incidents in unsupervised or unsafe pools are tragically common among children.
• Sporting Accidents. Participation in sports can sometimes result in concussions, fractures, or other serious injuries due to collisions or falls.
• Poisoning. Accidental ingestion of household chemicals or medications can lead to poisoning, requiring emergency medical care.
• Burns. Children can suffer burns from hot surfaces, liquids, or fire, often leading to hospitalization and long-term care.

These are just a few of the most common situations where a child might get hurt. Those in a position of power must protect children. When they don't, they should be held responsible. 

Common Child Injuries We See

Some of the most common injuries we see in child accident victims include:

• Fractures. Broken bones are common in children due to falls, sports injuries, or accidents.
• Heat Exhaustion. Heatstroke and heat exhaustion are serious, particularly during the summer. Extreme dehydration can even lead to a wrongful death.
• Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs). Concussions and other TBIs can occur in accidents involving blunt force to the head.
• Lacerations and Cuts. Sharp objects or accidents can cause deep cuts, requiring stitches and leading to scarring.
• Burn Injuries. Burns from hot liquids, surfaces, or fires can cause severe pain and require extensive treatment.
• Drowning Injuries. Near-drowning incidents can result in brain damage and long-term health issues.
• Poisoning. Ingesting toxic substances can lead to serious health complications or death.
• Spinal Cord Injuries. Injuries to the spinal cord can result in paralysis or other lifelong disabilities.
• Emotional Trauma. Accidents can leave children with PTSD, anxiety, or depression, impacting their quality of life.
• Internal Injuries. Blunt trauma can cause internal bleeding or damage to organs, sometimes without immediate symptoms.

If you have an injured child, see a doctor immediately. Your child's health must come first. Then, contact us to schedule a free consultation.

How Do I Know If I Have a Child Injury Claim?

To determine if you have a child injury claim, consider whether another party's negligence or intentional harm caused your child's injury. This could be a person, company, or government entity failing to act responsibly or creating a hazardous situation.

Key factors include the duty of care owed to your child, whether that duty was breached, and if that breach directly resulted in your child's injury. Gathering evidence such as medical records, witness statements, and expert testimony is crucial for building your case.

Consulting with an experienced child injury lawyer is the best step to understanding your legal options. Our team can assess the specifics of your situation, advise you on the strength of your claim, and guide you through seeking compensation.

We are committed to protecting the rights of injured children and ensuring that families receive the necessary resources for recovery and future care. If your child has been hurt due to someone else's negligence, you may have the right to pursue legal action on their behalf.

Types of Compensation I Can Recover if My Child Is Hurt

• Medical Expenses. You can recover costs for emergency care, hospital stays, surgeries, medications, and any ongoing medical treatment your child needs.
• Rehabilitation Costs. Compensation can cover physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other rehabilitation services necessary for your child's recovery.
• Pain and Suffering. You may be entitled to compensation for your child's physical pain and emotional distress caused by the injury.
• Lost Future Earnings. If your child's injury results in long-term disabilities, you can claim compensation for lost earning potential.
• Punitive Damages. In cases of egregious negligence or intentional harm, punitive damages may be awarded to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar actions in the future.

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Contact MLG Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers To Discuss Your Case With Our Orange County Child Injury Lawyer

Our California child injury attorneys are dedicated to providing families with outstanding legal service in their time of need. We hope you will allow us to use our considerable knowledge and legal skills to help you secure the financial recovery you deserve during this difficult time. We can recover compensation for medical bills, lost pay, emotional distress, and punitive damages. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.