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- Negligence: Children require a high level of care, so if a driver, manufacturing company, property owner, babysitter, teacher, or other party neglect their duty to care for your child’s safety, they may be liable for injuries.
- Proving Fault: Proving fault in child injury cases involves demonstrating duty, breach, causation, and damages with thorough evidence like medical records and witness testimonies.
- Damages: Recoverable damages may include medical bills, therapy, lost wages, and pain and suffering, depending on the severity of your child’s injuries and their impact on your child’s future.
- Callahan & Blaine: At Callahan & Blaine, our 29-lawyer team set ourselves apart by providing comprehensive support, record-breaking results, trial experience, and insurance knowledge.
- Contact us online or by calling (714) 294-0576, and let us put our decades of experience and record of success to work for you.
Having a loved one suffer injuries in an accident through no fault of their own can be heartbreaking, especially if they are a child. Children are especially vulnerable, so those around them owe a high level of care to protect their safety. If a driver, teacher, toy company, babysitter, or other party fails to uphold this duty and cause the child harm, you have the right to file a claim and seek justice for you and your child.
Personal injury claims involving children can be complex, making it challenging to handle the legal process while caring for your child. With the help of the seasoned Santa Ana child injury lawyers at Callahan & Blaine, you can focus on what matters most while maximizing your chance of maximum compensation. Our robust team of 29 lawyers all have at least eight years of experience handling complicated, high-value claims, like child injuries, and treat them with the respect and care they deserve.
Proving Fault in a Santa Ana Child Injury Case
Whether your child suffered injuries in a car accident, toy malfunction, slip-and-fall, or sports game, you are responsible for fulfilling the burden of proof to receive a fair settlement. This means your claim must contain evidence that clearly demonstrates the following points:
- The liable party owed your child a duty to care for their safety.
- They breached this duty by acting negligently.
- This negligence directly caused the accident and your child’s injuries.
- Your child’s injuries resulted in damages.
Our skilled Santa Ana child injury lawyers at Callahan & Blaine can help you do this by conducting a thorough investigation to gather information, such as medical records, police reports, witness testimony, and video footage. With this evidence and the consideration of other factors, such as your child’s age, we may develop an effective strategy to negotiate with insurance adjusters.
What Damages May You Recover After Your Child Suffers Injuries in California?
If your child has suffered injuries in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you may worry about the physical, emotional, and financial impact on you and your family. Because children are at a higher risk of serious injuries, claims involving child injuries are often of high value and more complex. Our talented Santa Ana child injury lawyers at Callahan & Blaine can help accurately calculate your child injury claim’s value, which may include the following costs:
- Past, present, and future medical bills
- Disability or disfigurement
- Special education needs
- Physical therapy
- Loss of future wages
- Loss of earning potential
- Transportation
- Home modifications
- Caregiving
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
According to Cleveland Clinic, childhood trauma can have long-term effects on a child’s mental health, including a greater chance of developing anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and depression. Therefore, when calculating the damages the liable party caused, we consider every detail, including how your child’s injury may impact their future, their age, and the severity of their injuries, so you have the best chance of receiving a fair settlement that reflects your and your child’s damages.
How a Lawyer Can Help With Your Santa Ana Child Injury Claim?
The aftermath of your child suffering injuries can be devastating, and you deserve to focus on your child instead of worrying about the legal process. With a trusted Santa Ana child injury lawyer by your side, you can do just that. At Callahan & Blaine, we take your legal burdens off your shoulders by handling every aspect of your claim and making a difference in the following ways:
COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT
We proudly provide comprehensive services to Santa Ana child injury victims, including investigations, gathering evidence, negotiation, and litigation, if necessary. Our injury lawyers work with you from the beginning, taking the time to understand your unique needs and circumstances so you better understand your rights and legal options.
RECORD BREAKERS
With our unbeatable legal services, we have achieved stunning results for our clients, including a $50 million personal injury settlement–the largest in U.S. history. With this track record, you can trust us to take on your claim, no matter how high value or intricate.
TRIAL LAWYERS
While we do everything possible to settle your claim outside of court, we understand this is not always possible, especially if insurance adjusters will not offer you fair compensation. Fortunately, we are highly qualified trial lawyers with years of experience, so you can trust us to build a strong claim and present it to a judge and jury if needed.
INSURANCE INSIGHT
Edward Susolik, our managing partner, has handled over 1,500 mediations in the last 33 years, making him one of the nation’s leading insurance experts. This valuable insight perfectly positions us to develop nuanced strategies and speak with adjusters who do everything possible to undermine and undervalue your claim.
Seek Justice for Your Child’s Injury With the Reputable Santa Ana Lawyers at Callahan & Blaine
No child should have to suffer injuries due to another party’s negligence, but many people fail to uphold their duty to care for the safety of those around them. In these difficult times, our caring team at Callahan & Blaine is here to help. We support you from start to finish, providing high-quality services Santa Ana victims have trusted for years.
In our 40-year legacy, we helped numerous child injury victims pursue justice for their injuries by holding the at-fault party liable and fighting for full compensation. Therefore, working with us gives you peace of mind that you and your child are in capable hands. To schedule a consultation today, call us at (714) 294-0576 or fill out our contact form.
