Accidents at School
Because children spend approximately seven to eight hours in school each day, it is very likely that an accident could occur. Just as with other premises of the same nature, schools must provide a safe environment for all who attend by providing optimal maintenance, food, and overall conditions.
For negligent administrators who do not take this responsibility seriously, injuries and harm could easily threaten innocent students. If a preventable accident does occur, the school management or school district should be held accountable for these damages and pay financial compensation to help the victims recover. If your child was injured in a preventable accident at school, contact the Chicago personal injury lawyers of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.c. today at 312-466-8200.
Examples of School Accidents
The following incidents could lead to a personal injury claim in court. To learn more about your individual case, it would be beneficial to speak with an experienced attorney regarding the situation:
- Contraction of a food-borne illness from school cafeteria food.
- Slip-and-fall injury on school grounds.
- Injuries from defective equipment such as desks, chairs or tables.
- Exposure to asbestos or other airborne toxins.
- Injuries from lifting or carrying heavy objects without proper safety training or equipment.
- Harm from a sports-related event.
- Assault (physical, sexual, psychological, verbal) by staff to student.
Children should feel safe and sound in their school environment, free from hazards or harm. If you suspect that your child is being exposed to unsafe conditions or abuse, you should immediately report the behavior and employ the help of an experienced attorney to present your case in a court of law.
Contact Us
If your child was injured at school because of the negligence of school administrators or a school district, contact the Chicago personal injury lawyers of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. at 312-466-8200 today.