Child Injury Lawyer in Philadelphia

When someone’s negligence harms your child, a child injury lawyer in Philadelphia can help you determine who may be responsible and what compensation may be available. 

At Grungo Law, we represent injured people and families, backed by more than 100 years of combined legal experience and a record of recovering hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients. 

If your child was injured because another person, business, or organization failed to act with reasonable care, contact us to discuss what happened. A Philadelphia personal injury lawyer from our team can review your situation and explain your legal options during a free consultation.

How Child Injury Claims Differ From Other Personal Injury Cases

A personal injury claim involving a child requires consideration of the child’s age, development, medical needs, and ability to communicate what happened. Some injuries also affect children differently because their bodies and brains are still developing.

A parent or guardian may pursue a claim on behalf of an injured child. If a lawsuit involving a minor is resolved through a settlement, Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 2039 requires court approval. The court may also direct how settlement funds belonging to the child are distributed or protected.

A lawyer must also consider losses that may not be fully understood immediately. Depending on the injury, this can include future medical treatment, rehabilitation, counseling, educational accommodations, mobility limitations, and other needs that may develop as the child grows.

Common Causes of Child Injuries in Philadelphia

Children can be injured on roads, at schools and daycares, in stores, at recreational facilities, and on private property. A legal claim may be available when another person or organization has a duty to act with reasonable care and fails to do so.

Our child injury attorneys in Philadelphia handle claims that may arise from:

• Car, truck, and other motor vehicle collisions.
• Pedestrian and bicycle accidents.
• Dangerous playground or property conditions.
• Dog bites and other animal attacks.
• Defective toys and consumer products.
• Swimming pool accidents.
• Slip and fall accidents.
• Negligent supervision at a school, daycare, camp, or other facility.

The responsible party will depend on how and where the injury occurred. We examine the circumstances closely to determine whose conduct contributed to the accident and what evidence supports your child’s claim.

Injuries That May Lead to a Child Injury Claim

A child does not have to suffer a permanent disability for your family to have a valid personal injury claim. Injuries that initially appear manageable can require additional treatment or create developmental, physical, or emotional effects over time.

Child injury claims may involve:

• Broken bones and fractures.
• Concussions and traumatic brain injuries.
• Neck, back, and spinal cord injuries.
• Burns and serious lacerations.
• Internal organ injuries.
• Nerve and soft tissue injuries.
• Scarring and disfigurement.
• Psychological and emotional trauma.

When we evaluate a claim, we consider more than the initial hospital or emergency room visit. Our lawyers can also examine ongoing treatment, rehabilitation, counseling, medication, assistive equipment, educational support, and other ways the injury has affected your child’s daily life.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Child’s Injury?

Liability depends on the circumstances surrounding the injury. One person or organization may be responsible, or the evidence may show that several parties contributed to what happened.

Depending on the case, potentially liable parties may include:

• Negligent drivers.
• Property owners and businesses.
• Schools, daycares, and childcare providers.
• Product manufacturers or sellers.
• Dog or animal owners.
• Contractors or maintenance companies.
• Other individuals whose negligent conduct caused the injury.

Our Philadelphia child injury lawyers may review accident reports, photographs, video footage, medical records, witness accounts, maintenance records, internal incident reports, product records, and other evidence. 

We use that information to establish how the injury occurred and identify the parties that may be financially responsible.

Compensation Available in a Child Injury Case

Compensation should reflect how the injury has affected your child, not simply the cost of the first round of medical treatment. The damages available depend on the severity of the injury, expected recovery, future care needs, and other facts specific to the case.

A child injury claim may seek compensation associated with:

• Emergency treatment and hospitalization.
• Follow-up medical care.
• Rehabilitation and physical therapy.
• Future treatment and support.
• Pain and suffering.
• Emotional distress.
• Scarring or disfigurement.
• Loss of enjoyment of life.
• Counseling and psychological care.
• Assistive devices and accommodations.

Serious injuries may create expenses and limitations that continue for years. When future care is reasonably expected, we work to document those needs before resolving the claim so the value of the case reflects both present and anticipated losses.

Deadlines for Philadelphia Child Injury Claims

Pennsylvania generally imposes a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury lawsuits. However, Pennsylvania law generally does not count the period of minority against the filing period for an unemancipated minor’s own personal injury claim. In other words, the deadline that applies to the child may differ from the deadline that would apply to an injured adult.

That does not mean families should delay seeking legal advice. Separate deadlines can apply to claims held by a parent, and claims involving government entities may also be subject to shorter notice requirements.

Acting sooner also gives your lawyer more opportunity to preserve evidence and investigate the accident while evidence is still available.

How Our Philadelphia Child Injury Lawyers at Grungo Law Can Help Your Family

At Grungo Law, we handle the legal work so you can make informed decisions about your child’s claim. 

Our firm places a strong emphasis on trial preparation. Richard Grungo Jr., Esq., and Jose Hernandez are certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as Civil Trial Attorneys. Fewer than 2.5% of New Jersey attorneys hold this certification. Although this is a New Jersey certification, it reflects the trial-focused experience that is part of our firm’s approach to personal injury representation.

Communication is equally important to us. When you contact Grungo Law, you can speak with a live person. Our team includes Spanish-speaking staff and attorneys who can assist families who prefer to communicate in Spanish.

Schedule a FREE Case Review With a Philadelphia Child Injury Attorney Today

When your child has been hurt, Grungo Law can review the circumstances of the injury, explain the legal process, and help you determine what comes next. 

Contact us for a free case review to speak with a Philadelphia child injury attorney about your family’s situation and find out how we can help.