During the summer months, swimming is a wonderful activity for children. It can also be a dangerous one. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is listed as the top cause of death for children ages one to four years old. For older children ranging in age…
There is a common risk to children in the form of swimming pools. Without proper supervision and safety devices like pool gates, fences, and alarms, children – especially toddlers – are at risk for drowning. In Australia, a coroner / medical examiner recommended that pools, spas, and other water hazards…
by David A. Wolf, Attorney – Child Injury Lawyer Blog In Kansas and throughout the United States, adults, children, and families visit theme parks, amusement parks, and water parks. For most guests and visitors, the days and nights are filled with fun, adventure, laughter, and good times. Unfortunate for some…
By David A. Wolf, Attorney Child Injury Lawyer Blog Summer time is filled with lots of fun and activities including visits to swimming pools and field trips. During the summer, there is nothing more fun for children at times than splashing around and swimming with friends. However, it should always…
By David Wolf, Attorney and Samantha Vloedman, Law Clerk Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog In Illinois and other States, parents rely upon day care centers to provide a safe, nurturing environment for their children during the busy work day. For most children on most days, a day care center provides proper…
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Blog In the summer and other times of the year, there is always a risk of drowning to toddlers, children, teenagers, and yes adults. Putting safety measures in place is not just for special events and public pools. Safety should be a priority…
Swimming Safety – Importance of Touch Supervision By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network During the summer months and the rest of the year as well, children are at risk for drowning. Sadly and tragically in this day and age, drowning is still the leading cause of…
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Parents rely upon day care to provide for the parent the child during working hours. For most childre in day care, the experience is a positive one filled with education, activities, and socialization. For some children, however, a day care…
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Drowning is a problem that continues to be a tragedy in many communities during the summer, spring, and other times of the year. Some drownings are unpredictable and unpreventable even with good supervision. For instance, if a person has a…
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Summer is filled with adventures, vacations, swimming, and boating activities. It is a great time to spend with family and friends and to be active in the great weather. With great fun and adventure, there should also be the concepts…