Young people experience a higher rate of injuries than adults.  To recover compensation for their injuries, those under the age of 18 generally must have an adult, parent or guardian file a lawsuit on their behalf.

Some types of injuries are more likely to involve minors:

• playground injuries involving falls or unsafe playground equipment,
• burns or smoke inhalation involving lighters, matches, house fires or fireworks,
• drownings, diving injuries, and other pool-related accidents,
• whiplash, head trauma and other injuries from car and other vehicular accidents, and
• accidental poisonings from the ingestion of paint chips, cleaning solutions, medicines, cosmetics, personal care products, and plants.

Unfortunately, some childhood accidents result in serious disability and the need for long-term care. Providing long-term care can be extraordinarily expensive.  Filing a personal injury lawsuit on behalf of the minor is one way to address some of these costs.

If you are a parent or guardian of a young person who has suffered severe injury in Las Vegas or Southern Nevada, we welcome your call. Contact us online or call us at 800-906-9138 or 702-309-3333 to set up a free consultation to discuss your legal options.