New Orleans is jam-packed with culture, tourist attractions, and a vibe that you simply can’t find anywhere else in America. Those traits make it not just a vacation destination for families, but also a place where people want to settle down and raise their children.
When injuries happen to our neighbors’ children, we step in to help. We know that seeing your child suffer a serious injury is a traumatic experience, and it’s our goal to help you deal with the emotional and financial aftermath of this devastating experience. Contact us anytime to learn how we can help you through this difficult time.
Types of Child Injuries in New Orleans
There are many potential ways for children to be injured in New Orleans, and even the most safety-conscious and attentive parents can’t eliminate the risk entirely for their kids. Some of the most common causes of injuries occur at schools, daycares, and other settings due to negligent supervision and unsafe premises.
Common injuries include:
- Slip-and-falls
- Playground injuries
- Swimming pool injuries
- Trampoline injuries
- Bullying incidents
- Dog bites
- Burns
From motor vehicle accidents:
- Car accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- School bus accidents
From defective products:
- Defective car seats
- Defective toys
- Defective cribs, slings, sleepers, strollers
Who’s Liable When a Child Is Hurt?
When a child is hurt, their parents and family members want answers—and they especially want to know who’s at fault. Determining fault is key for all personal injury cases, but it’s even more important in injury cases involving kids.
In Louisiana, children are owed a higher duty of care, which means property owners, businesses, and other responsible parties must take extra precautions to prevent harm to minors. Because children may not fully understand risks, adults are expected to act with greater caution when children are present.
Additionally, Louisiana follows the attractive nuisance doctrine, which holds property owners liable if they fail to secure hazards that might entice children, such as swimming pools, abandoned buildings, or construction sites. Even if a child enters a property without permission, the owner may still be responsible if they failed to take reasonable steps to prevent access to dangerous conditions.
Parties that may be held liable for injuries to children include:
- Property owners
- School districts
- Caregivers
- Product manufacturers
- Drivers
At Dudley DeBosier, our New Orleans child injury lawyers can investigate whether supervision and safety standards were met before and during your child’s accident and injury.
Medical Consequences of Childhood Injuries
Children are incredibly resilient, but when they’re harmed due to negligent safety standards or lack of supervision, they can suffer serious injuries that may have lifelong consequences. Some of the permanent effects children may face after being hurt due to others’ negligence can include:
- Mobility issues
- Physical development delays
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Cognitive and learning disabilities
- Speech and language setbacks
- Emotional and psychological trauma
- Social development interruptions
Financial Recovery for Injured Children in New Orleans
Adults often incur significant financial damages after injuries that weren’t their fault. But the financial damages to children are often much greater, because the amount of time they’ll be affected by their injuries is much, much longer, especially if they’re permanent.
At Dudley DeBosier, we work hard to get injured children and their families maximum compensation for injury-related costs such as:
- Medical expenses, past and future
- Ongoing rehabilitation and therapies
- Specialized educational support
- Adaptive equipment
- Home and vehicle modifications
- Life care planning
- Pain and suffering
- Diminished quality of life
How Dudley DeBosier Can Help
It’s common for parents of injured children to feel overwhelmed and helpless. All you want is to spend time with your child and assist with their recovery any way you can. Collecting evidence of the at-fault party’s negligence and dealing with the insurance company are the last things on your mind right now.
That’s where we come in. Our experienced team of New Orleans child injury lawyers can build a strong case for your family by taking the following the steps:
- Conducting a thorough investigation of the incident and liable parties
- Ensuring all communication is tailored to your family’s needs
- Using our connection to local medical and support resources
- Handling all insurance negotiations
- Focusing on getting maximum recovery for your family
After a Child Injury, Contact Us
The aftermath of a child injury is a confusing, chaotic, and devastating time for parents and their families. Many affected families know they need a lawyer, but they’re afraid to call because they don’t know where to start or if they can even afford one.
At Dudley DeBosier, we work on a contingency basis. Our No Fee Guarantee® means you pay us nothing—no fees, costs, or expenses—unless we get you money. In addition, our consultations are always free, so there’s no risk in reaching out to let us know what happened and finding out how we can help.
Contact us today to get started—we’re ready to help your family move forward with your lives.
