When a child is injured due to someone else’s negligence, the emotional and financial toll on families is immense. Parents are left not only dealing with their child’s pain and recovery but also navigating the complex legal process of holding the responsible parties accountable.
Whether the injury occurred due to a car accident, unsafe premises, defective products, or medical negligence, children deserve strong legal advocacy to secure their future well-being. Berg Injury Lawyers is dedicated to protecting Sacramento’s youngest victims, ensuring that families receive the compensation and justice they need to support their child’s recovery.
Common Types of Child Injuries in Sacramento
Children are naturally active and curious, but when schools, caregivers, property owners, or product manufacturers fail to provide a safe environment, serious injuries can occur. Some of the most common child injuries in Sacramento include:
School and Daycare Injuries
Parents trust schools and childcare providers to keep their children safe, but negligence and lack of supervision can lead to serious harm befalling the children in their care. Common injuries include:
- Slips, trips, and falls – Poorly maintained facilities, wet floors, or unsafe playground surfaces can cause serious falls.
- Bullying incidents – Physical altercations and unchecked bullying can result in emotional and physical harm.
- Negligent supervision – Lack of proper oversight can lead to preventable accidents, injuries, or even abuse.
Sports and Recreational Injuries
While physical activity is essential for development, unsafe conditions and lack of supervision can increase the risk of injury. Some common recreational accidents include:
- Team sports accidents – Concussions, fractures, and sprains from football, soccer, and other contact sports when proper supervision, training, and safety equipment aren’t provided.
- Swimming pool injuries – Drownings and near-drownings caused by improper supervision or lack of barriers to prevent access by children too young to understand the danger.
- Trampoline accidents – Falls and collisions leading to broken bones, spinal injuries, or head trauma.
Vehicle-Related Injuries
Children are especially vulnerable to traffic-related accidents, often suffering severe or fatal injuries due to their smaller size and inability to anticipate danger. These accidents include:
- Car accidents – Injuries sustained as passengers in collisions caused by reckless or distracted drivers.
- Bicycle accidents – Child cyclists struck by vehicles due to driver inattention or failure to yield.
- Pedestrian accidents – Children hit by cars while walking to school or playing near roadways.
- School bus accidents – Injuries resulting from crashes, improper loading/unloading procedures, or unsafe bus conditions.
Other Injuries
Some child injuries stem from unsafe products, premises, or animals, often leading to long-term consequences. These include:
- Defective playground equipment – Poorly designed or broken equipment causing falls and fractures.
- Defective car seats – Malfunctioning restraints that fail to protect children in crashes.
- Choking hazards from defective toys – Small, improperly designed toys posing a serious risk of choking or ingestion injuries.
- Dog bites – Unsupervised or aggressive dogs attacking children, often leading to infections, scarring, and emotional trauma.
- Burn injuries – Scalding burns from hot surfaces, liquids, or electrical malfunctions in homes or businesses.
No child should suffer due to someone else’s negligence, and parents shouldn’t have to shoulder the financial burden alone when their child is hurt due to a defective product, reckless driver, or distracted daycare worker. If your child has been injured, our team of child injury lawyers in Sacramento can help you seek justice and the compensation needed for medical care and long-term support.
Available Compensation for Injured Children
Medical Expenses
When a child is seriously injured, the immediate medical costs can be overwhelming for families. Compensation can help cover expenses such as:
- Emergency care
- Surgeries
- Medication
- Assistive devices
- Rehabilitation therapies
Many injuries require long-term treatment plans, including physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy, to help a child regain lost abilities or adapt to new challenges. These medical costs can quickly add up, and families should not have to bear the financial burden caused by someone else’s negligence.
Future Expenses
In addition to current medical expenses, compensation may also account for future damages that arise as the child grows. Some injuries have lasting effects that require ongoing medical care, educational support, and mental health treatment.
In severe cases, an injury can limit a child’s future earning potential, making it crucial to secure compensation that provides financial stability in adulthood. A legal claim can help ensure that these long-term costs are addressed, allowing injured children to receive the care they need for years to come.
Family Expenses
Serious injuries don’t just affect the child—they impact the entire family. Many parents must take time off work or even leave their jobs entirely to provide full-time care, leading to lost wages and financial strain. Some families may need to hire professional caregivers, modify their homes to accommodate mobility challenges, or adjust their daily routines to meet the child’s needs.
The emotional toll of a life-changing injury can also affect family dynamics and overall quality of life. Seeking full and fair compensation can help families manage these challenges and ensure their child’s well-being. Berg Injury Lawyers is committed to helping families in Sacramento fight for the resources they need to move forward. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Statute of Limitations for Child Injury Claims
In California, the statute of limitations for child injury claims is extended beyond the standard two-year deadline for personal injury cases. When the victim is under 18, the legal clock is “tolled” or paused until their 18th birthday, meaning they have until age 20 to file a claim.
However, waiting too long can weaken a case, as evidence may disappear, and witness memories may fade over time. When the victim is a minor, parents or guardians can file a claim on the child’s behalf. Pursuing legal action as soon as possible gives families the best chance to secure justice and compensation.
How Berg Injury Lawyers Advocates for Injured Children
Child injury cases require specialized legal experience and a deep understanding of how injuries affect a child’s physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Berg Injury Lawyers has extensive experience handling these cases, ensuring that every claim we handle accounts for both immediate medical needs and long-term challenges a child may face as they grow.
Our firm takes a family-focused approach, recognizing that parents and guardians play a crucial role in their child’s recovery after a serious injury accident. We provide compassionate legal guidance, helping families navigate the legal system while fighting for the financial resources needed to support their child’s well-being. Whether negotiating with insurance companies for a fair settlement or representing families in court, we are committed to securing the best possible outcome for injured children in Sacramento.
After Your Child’s Injury, Contact Us for Help
No family should have to face the aftermath of their child’s injury alone. If your child has been hurt due to someone else’s negligence, Berg Injury Lawyers is here to help. We will fight to secure the compensation your family needs for medical care, future support, and peace of mind. Don’t wait—contact us today for a free consultation and let us help you protect your child’s future.
