The holiday season is supposed to be fun, especially for the small children who have been waiting many weeks to open their gifts. While a majority of children’s toys and gifts are safe, there are others that cause serious injuries to the young consumers.
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were 17 toy-related fatalities among consumers younger than the age of 15 in 2018. While a majority of toy-related accidents will not result in casualty, they can nonetheless cause serious injury, which may lead to lifelong medical expenses and other related costs. If your child was injured because of a defective toy this past holiday season, consult the legal support of a qualified law firm. California protects victims’ rights for compensation following a personal injury caused as a result of negligence.
Common Injuries Caused by Defective Children’s Toys
Generally, most toy companies will manufacture toys that are safe. Toy companies are not only required to abide by federal rules and regulations for safety, but they also manufacture safe toys in order to make a profit. Regrettably, there are some companies that cut corners in safety for the same reason: to avoid costs and make a profit.
When children are injured as a result of defective products, some of the most common injuries involve:
- Eye injuries,
- Choking hazards,
- Electrocution, or
- Cuts and lacerations
Damages Available in a Products Liability Claim
Children who are injured as a result of a defective product need to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Those who have been injured as a result of a defective claim can seek financial restitution for the damages by filing a products liability claim. A successful claim can provide compensation for the following damages:
Medical Expenses
Depending on the severity of the injury, the medical costs of the injury can be financially detrimental for the entire family. When the injury results in a long-term or permanent injury, the child may be required to have at-home medical treatment and/or surgery. Through a products liability claim, the family can seek restitution for past medical expenses as well as future tentative costs.
Property Damage
When the toy-related accident has caused property damage, the family may be able to receive compensation for their losses. For instance, in the event that the product resulted in a house fire, the toy manufacturer can be held liable.
Pain and Suffering
Some incidents and injuries can cause serious emotional trauma to a young child. When the victim suffers psychological distress following the incident, he or she may be entitled for compensation.
Contact a Skilled Personal Injury Attorney
During the holidays, the last thing any parent will think of is their child getting injured because of a gift. When this happens, however, it is critical to seek the legal support of a qualified personal injury attorney as soon as possible. A skilled attorney will pursue the full extent of damages the victim is owed.
The personal injury attorneys at SANFORD A. KASSEL, A Professional Law Corporation have decades of experience handling products liability cases in California. The firm is dedicated to defending the rights of victims who have been injured as a result of negligence. Contact the firm today for a free case evaluation.
