Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
Son broke arm on school swingset
My 9 year old son broke his arm when one of the chain links broke apart while he was swinging at the school playground during school hours. The swingset is very old and rusty. His teacher said she and the janitor were just examining it and wondering about its safety. This is a charter school, and I'm wondering who is liable for this injury and how much to ask for damages. I don't know if school playground equipment is inspected by a professional or if each school is individually responsible.
Thank you.
7 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Son broke arm on school swingset
There are strict requirments for suing govermental entities, including a 6 month filing of a claim. Additionally, you have to look at the legal immunities, who maintained the swingset, etc.
JOEL SELIK
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Re: Son broke arm on school swingset
The school would be liable for their negligence, especially if they were aware of the dangerous condition of the swing. There are certain government immunities, but I don't think it would apply to this situation.
Re: Son broke arm on school swingset
Your two questions -- who is liable and how much is the case worth -- go to the heart of what attorneys do. These questions cannot be properly answered without a full analysis of the circumstances and injury, including a review of the medical records.
You should enlist the help of a personal injury attorney to assist with your claim. Otherwise, you risk making your claim too early (before the full nature of the injuries can be known), or too late (after the claim filing period has passed), leaving out potentially liable parties, undervaluing your claim and/or settling the claim for inadequate compensation.
Re: Son broke arm on school swingset
I am interested in your case. If you would like an attorney on a contingency basis, and if you are in the Los Angeles-Greater Los Angeles area, feel free to give me a call. (818) 365-6445
Re: Son broke arm on school swingset
There are certain govt. guidelines which must be met. You should immediately talk to an experienced personal injury attorney.
I am experienced in suing school districts for student injuries. I will gladly talk with you about the matter. Please call me at (714) 835-7000. Thanks for your questions and good luck.
Re: Son broke arm on school swingset
Consult a qualified lawyer. These cases are very fact dependent. If there is a good case you can get a qualified lawyer to handle this on contingency.
Re: Son broke arm on school swingset
The others have given you the correct advice.
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