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Did your child get seriously injured on a playground in Westchester County? The Law Office of Michael J. McConnell is ready to help.

Call us today for a free consultation. A compassionate attorney will carefully listen to what happened and clearly explain your legal options.

It costs nothing to give us a call, and if we take your case you won’t have to pay a single penny unless we win.

Our office is conveniently located in Ardley, NY near Yonkers and White Plains. It is easily reached by I-87, the Saw Mill River Parkway, Route 9A, and several other main roads. There is free parking on site as well.

Free consultations can be done in person, over the phone, or by video at a time that is convenient for you – including nights or weekends to best accommodate your schedule.

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Common Playground Injuries

Playgrounds are fun, but accidents can happen. Kids can get hurt if the playground equipment is broken, improperly maintained, or simply not in a safe condition. Some common injuries include:

  • Broken bones
  • Head injuries (concussions, traumatic brain injuries)
  • Back or neck injuries

These injuries can happen on slides, swings, monkey bars, or while running on unsafe surfaces.

Who Can Be Held Responsible?

Various different people or entities can be at fault for a playground accident. It depends on where and how the injury happened. People who may be held responsible include:

  • The city or town (if the playground is public)
  • Schools or daycares (if they were in charge at the time)
  • Playground equipment makers (if the equipment was made or designed improperly)
  • Property owners (if the playground is on private land)

The good news is that you don’t have to do all of the work to figure out who is responsible. A trusted Westchester County personal injury attorney can help identify who bears legal responsibility for the accident.

What Is Negligence?

Negligence basically stands for the general idea that someone didn’t do their job to keep others safe. For example, if a swing was broken and no one fixed it, that could be negligence if the people in charge of it knew or should’ve known that it was broken yet unreasonably failed to fix it. If someone was not watching the kids like they should have, that is negligence too.

To win a playground accident case alleging negligence, you must show these four things specifically:

  1. The defendant owed a duty to the injured child to keep the playground safe;
  2. The defendant breached that duty by failing to take reasonable measures to keep the playground safe;
  3. The defendant’s actions or lack thereof caused the injuries to the child;
  4. The child suffered harm as a result (i.e., damages constituting physical, emotional, or financial harm).

Proving these four things generally requires a personal injury attorney to thoroughly investigate the case to obtain key evidence. Taking quick action immediately after the accident is often the key to a successful investigation, which is why it is always recommended to contact an attorney as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the more likely it is that key evidence could be destroyed or go missing.

What Can You Get Money for in a Lawsuit for a Playground Accident in Westchester?

If your child was hurt, you may be able to get money to help. This is called compensation. It can cover a number of things, including but not by any means limited to:

  • Doctor and hospital bills
  • Physical therapy or future care
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional stress

This money can help your child heal and move forward after a playground accident. It can also send a message to the negligent party and others in a similar position of responsibility for maintaining playgrounds that their failures will never be tolerated – especially when the health, safety, and wellbeing of children are at stake.

Is It Worth It to File a Lawsuit?

Yes — it can definitely be worth it in many cases. Playground injuries can be really serious. Medical bills add up fast. If someone else caused the accident, they should have to pay. That is only fair. Additionally, a lawsuit also helps make sure places fix problems, so other kids don’t get hurt.

You may feel unsure about calling a lawyer. But please know that Michael J. McConnell is here to help. He will handle everything and keep you informed every step of the way.

Call Us Today – We’re Here to Help

Playground injuries can turn a fun day into a terrifying nightmare. We want to help your child get the care and money they need. Let us take things from here – your child and your family have been through enough.

Call now for a free consultation. There’s no risk and no pressure. Let us help you stand up for your child.