Playground Accidents - What You Should Know!

What a pleasant sight it is to watch your small child at play with
others on a public playground. Only recently, have the dangers of this
innocent outing come to light.I first became aware of this problem
when my law firm was contacted by a distraught mother whose 2 year old
child was severely injured on the playground at his daycare center
when some older children decided to play a joke on him.Lack of
supervision is a leading cause of many playground injuries. The
National Program for Playground Safety states that "...Supervision is
more than watching. Supervisors should provide support for children's
play and know how to respond to emergencies..."School playgrounds need
to be age appropriate. The N.P.P.S. recommends that playgrounds be
separated as follows: Pre-K, K-2nd grade, 3rd and 4th grades and 5th
and 6th grades.In addition, regular inspections should be made of the
playground for sharp objects such as broken glass. Any equipment
should be closely monitored to check for missing parts, loose
connections, sharp edges and other hazards.Play equipment should be
located on a surface which acts as a cushion for the children playing
there. Such surfaces include: sand, pea gravel, wood chips or rubber
chips.The reality of life is that when children play, they are going
to fall. The goal is to keep injuries to a minimum.If your child is
injured on a playground, the most important thing is to seek medical
care for your child.Your second step should be to contact a skilled
injury lawyer in your area who is experienced with playground
accidents. Your attorney will get witness statements, send
investigators to the scene for photos and will deal with the insurance
carrier for the playground. Use a free consultation service to connect
you to reputable and respected attorneys in your county and state.I'm
Bill Hayes, owner of The Hayes Firm and DreamLegalTeam.com which is a
specialized personal injury attorney network designed to find the best
lawyer for each individual client. The Hayes Firm has been
representing the victims of accidents for over 30 years and I have had
the privilege of working with some of the best attorneys in this
country. Every accident is unique. It is vital to have someone with
experience and an extensive network to help you find the attorney who
is right for your case. I can guide you through the legal process and
get you the help you need and deserve. Visit today and receive a free
legal consultation!