By Steven Smith, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network A New York mother is facing criminal charges for stupid and immature acts of posting information regarding her daughter’s rival on Craigslist. It should be noted that the rival is only 9 years old. The mother…
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Texas Teen Accidentally Shoots and Kills Sister
By Brooks P. Lynn, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network A combination of children / teens and firearms can often times lead to tragic consequences. In Galveston, Texas, a 16 year old Texas girl not only has to face the trauma of losing a sister…
6 Year Old Boy Suffers Burns from Sparklers in Hartford, Connecticut
By Jeremy Vishno, Attorney, and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Most people may think that sparklers are harmless. Unfortunately, any object that is ignited can lead to serious burns for children. In Hartford, Connecticut, a 6 year old boy from Waterbur suffered second and third degree…
People Injured by Fireworks in Birmingham, Alabama
By Scott Soutullo, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Alabama and other States, many people including children were injured by public and private fireworks displays. In Birmingham, Alabama, it was reported that at least 5 people were treated by the Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital…
Wisconsin Mother and 1 Year Old Son Die in Wadsworth Illinois Automobile Accident
By Jonathan Safran, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network A tragic automobile accident took place in Wadsworth, Illinois. A 24 year old mother (Nicole Polk) was driving with her two children, ages 1 and 2, on Interstate 94. Police reported that Ms. Polk crossed into…
Indiana Bridge Collapses During July 4th Celebration in Merrillville
July 4th celebrations are typically filled with celebration, picnic, and fireworks. Some celebrations around the Nation were also filled with fear and injuries. In Merrillville, Indiana, a wooden pedestrian bridge collapsed following a fireworks demonstration. It was reported that at least 16 people were taken to the hospital. It was…
Cell Phone Ban in Honolulu (Oahu) Hawaii Results in Numerous Traffic Citations
By Michael P. Healy, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Residents and tourists to Honolulu (Oahu), Hawaii need to be aware of the cell phone ban that is in place and being enforced by the Honolulu Police Department. Drivers can receive a traffic citation if…
Heart Dangers Seen in Young Obese Children According to Study
Obesity in children has proven to be a national crisis. Fast foods, candy, and ice cream combined with inactivity promoted by video games, television, and the computer has produced millions of obese children. Some children are born in a large frame and may have a predisposition to obesity; however, it…
Georgia Corrections Officer Arrested for Distributing Child Pornography
By Stephanie F. Brown, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network A Bleckley County (Georgia) corrections officer was arrested in June, 2009 for distributing child pornography. A Cobb County, Georgia police detective posed as a 13 year old girl in an undercover operation. The corrections officer,…
Clayton County, Georgia Mother Leaves Twins in Hot Car
By Stephanie F. Brown, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network A Clayton County, Georgia mother was arrested for leaving her four month old twins in a hot car while she was inside a Wal Mart. Janesia Williams left her twin babies in her car at…