Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

Neighbors child was playing on trampoline in my yard, fell and broke arm. Am I responsible for medical costs?


Asked on 9/19/10, 6:43 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Jason James Patricia A. Meyer & Associates, APC

It is possible that you are, but it depends on several factors. A trampoline is considered an attractive nuisance, meaning you can be liable for injuries to any child young enough to not appreciate the risk posed by the trampoline. Factors to be considered include the efforts you took to keep trespassers off the trampoline and the age of the child who was injured.

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Answered on 9/24/10, 6:54 pm

If the child was using it with permission, you're liable. In any case, contact your homeowner's insurance.

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Answered on 9/24/10, 7:05 pm
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

If you have a trampoline and no homeowners' insurance, there's always bankruptcy court.

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Answered on 9/24/10, 9:32 pm


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