School should be a place for your child to learn and grow. More than that, children have a right under the California Constitution to a safe, and peaceful learning environment.
However, children face many risks at school, including playground injuries, school violence, bullying, abuse, lack of supervision, extracurricular and sports-related accidents and injuries.
During school hours and activities, those in charge of your child’s care take the place of their parent and are held to a high standard to prevent any foreseeable harm. This legal principle is called in loco parentis and is critical in child school injury claims.
If your child suffers an injury at school or while on a school sponsored activity, you may be unsure about what steps to take, and how to seek the justice you deserve.
The first step in pursuing a claim and improving your chance of a successful outcome is to contact an experienced lawyer who can help analyze and evaluate the circumstances leading up to the injury, and help you determine if you have a viable legal claim. An attorney will be able to assist you prove fault, calculate your damages, negotiate a fair settlement, and take the case to trial if necessary.
At Jassim Law, we understand how precious and vulnerable children are, and as parents, how we must be able to trust our schools, administrators, and teachers to faithfully protect our children while they are under the school’s custody and control.
With over 21 years of experience handling high-value and complex claims, including claims against schools, we have the skills, knowledge, and resources to take on your case. Our exceptional comprehensive services and commitment to keeping communities safer have given us a proven track record, demonstrated in our countless client reviews. Moreover, we prioritize your best interests, handling every aspect of your claim so you can focus on what matters most–your child.
How a Lawyer Can Help You Seek Justice for Your Child’s School Injury in California
School injury claims can be complicated depending on the type of school your child attends and who is liable. At Jassim Law, we can help you navigate this intricate process and seek the justice you and your child deserve. Our trusted attorneys provide high-quality services and handle every aspect of your case, including the following:
Proving Negligence
We conduct a thorough investigation of your claim, analyzing every detail and gathering evidence, such as video footage, witness testimony, and maintenance records, standards and protocols, to prove the at-fault party owed your child a duty of care, neglected this duty, and directly caused their injuries. Our lawyers take immediate action with the understanding that many forms of evidence get erased or become outdated quickly.
We also have access to valuable resources and experts who can help strengthen your claim. With this detailed approach, we can clarify important information, hold the at-fault party accountable for their negligence, and achieve a successful outcome.
Calculating Damages
In addition to gathering evidence that proves fault, we also collect information about the physical, emotional, and financial damages you and your child suffered due to the liable party’s negligence. Based on your specific circumstances, you may recover costs for the following losses:
- Non-economic harms (Pain and suffering)
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Physical Impairment
- Mental suffering
- Disfigurement
- Emotional distress
- Pain
- Anxiety/Grief
- Inconvenience
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Prescription medication
- Lost wages or income (past and future)
- Loss of companionship
- Punitive damages
With our extensive knowledge and years of experience, we understand how to calculate these damages accurately to ensure the value of your claim covers the current and future costs associated with the injury the negligent party caused.
Negotiation
Dealing with insurance companies after your child suffers an injury at school can be intimidating. Adjusters will likely do everything they can to undermine your claim, use what you say against you, and offer you a lowball settlement. Therefore, you should never provide a statement or speak with an adjuster without a lawyer.
Our passionate Jassim Law lawyers negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf, using effective and personalized strategies to avoid common errors and significantly increase the likelihood of maximum compensation. We may also take your claim to trial if necessary and present your strong claim to a judge and jury.
Learn More About Your California Child School Injury Claim With the Skilled Lawyers at Jassim Law
Personal injury claims involving children and school injuries can be complex, but with the help of Jassim Law, you don’t have to face it alone. Attorney Pajman Jassim has received recognition for his dedication to his clients and professional achievements, including a top 10.00 Avvo rating and an honor from Super Lawyers for several consecutive years. Therefore, you can trust us to provide the trustworthy and tenacious representation you need to secure fair compensation.
If you want to take action after your child has been hurt at school, act quickly and contact Jassim Law today. We strive to build safer California communities by helping families seek justice for their children. We understand the difficulties you face during this time, so we come to you. We also offer video, Zoom, or telephone consultations. To schedule your free consultation, fill out our contact form or call us at (858) 524-6140 today.