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Child Injuries

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Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP Are Experienced &
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Results Exceeding $500 Million

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$6.6 Million

Car Accident - Child in Van
This case involved a 6-year-old girl who was in a minivan that was struck by an ambulance in a multi-car collision and sustained a fractured hip and fractured heel bone which required multiple surgeries
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$1.3 Million

Boy Struck by Backing Truck
A 16-year-old boy was pinned against a wall by a slowly backing box truck. Ernest R. sustained a lacerated spleen which had to be removed.
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$1.2 Million

NYC School Playground Injury
A young girl slid down a sliding pond in the playground of an NYC school. As Ayisha slid down, her ring finger went into the gap and the top of it was cut off.
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$1.1 Million

Young Man Run Over by Bus Tire
One day after school, Julio ran after his bus, which was leaving without him. He slipped and was run over by the back wheels, sustaining severe injuries, including bilateral hip fractures and a shearing injury to his buttocks.
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Expert New York Child Injury Lawyers

While all personal injuries can be devastating, child injuries can be uniquely so due to the power they have to rob a child of a lifetime of potential. As a parent, you may be understandably anxious, stressed, and fearful of the impact an injury can have on your child’s physical and emotional development and future. 

At Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP, we understand your fears. 

As New York child injury attorneys, we understand the unique nature of such cases. Our firm consults with leading experts in pediatrics, child psychology, and other fields to help understand the full extent of damage caused by injuries. Our thorough and aggressive approach to cases allows us to pursue maximum compensation that will provide for your child’s needs today and into the future. 

Request a free initial consultation with a New York child injury attorney by contacting Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP via email message or by phone at (212) 732-2929. 

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Child Injuries in New York

Because of their lack of maturity and judgment, children are always at risk for injuries. In many cases, no one is to blame for a child falling off a bicycle or while playing on school or park playgrounds. However, in some cases the injuries a child suffers may be due to the negligence of others, such as teachers, daycare personnel, neighbors, motorists, defective product manufacturers, and more. 

Common types of child injuries include:

  • Falls: Falls are one of the most common causes of child injury, especially among younger children. They can happen on playgrounds, stairs, furniture, or while playing sports.
  • Burns: Burns can result from exposure to hot liquids, flames, steam, or contact with hot objects. Scald burns from hot liquids are particularly common among young children.
  • Poisoning: Poisoning can occur from ingesting toxic substances such as household cleaners, medications, or plants. Young children are especially vulnerable to accidental poisoning due to their natural curiosity and tendency to explore their environment.
  • Drowning: Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death in children, particularly in younger age groups. It can occur in swimming pools, bathtubs, ponds, lakes, or any body of water.
  • Traffic-related injuries: These include pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, car accident and motor vehicle collisions. Lack of supervision, failure to use safety equipment such as helmets, and inadequate road safety measures contribute to these injuries.
  • Suffocation: This can occur due to choking on small objects, suffocation from plastic bags or bedding, or being trapped in tight spaces.
  • Intentional injuries: These include physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect. Unfortunately, intentional injuries are a significant concern and can have long-lasting physical and psychological effects on children.

Common Causes of Child Injuries

Child injuries can result from various causes, ranging from accidents and unintentional incidents to deliberate harm. Here are some of the most common causes:

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Unfortunately, based on your query, we are unable to assist you at this time. Our firm specializes in serious accidents and negligence cases, such as car accidents, slips and falls, construction accidents, and other accidents that require hospitalization or ongoing treatment.

Unfortunately, child injuries occur all too often, whether unintentional or by negligence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), unintentional injuries and homicide rank first and second as the leading causes of death for those aged 1-19.

Premises Liability & Defective Product Liability in Child Injury Cases

Premises liability holds property owners responsible for the injuries caused on their premises due to dangerous conditions or safety hazards. These owners and managers are expected to provide a reasonably safe environment for visitors and invitees. Where safety hazards exist, they are expected to know about them, repair them promptly, and warn others about them in the interim. If a child is injured on another’s property due to the negligence of the owner, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim seeking damages.

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Premises liability holds property owners responsible for the injuries caused on their premises due to dangerous conditions or safety hazards. These owners and managers are expected to provide a reasonably safe environment for visitors and invitees. Where safety hazards exist, they are expected to know about them, repair them promptly, and warn others about them in the interim. If a child is injured on another’s property due to the negligence of the owner, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim seeking damages.

In addition, the legal concept of attractive nuisance holds property owners responsible for potential dangers on their premises that might attract children, even if those children are trespassing. This doctrine acknowledges that certain features, such as swimming pools, abandoned buildings, or construction sites, could allure children who may not comprehend the associated risks.

Property owners are therefore required to take reasonable steps to prevent foreseeable harm, such as installing fences, locks, or warning signs. Failure to do so can result in liability for injuries sustained by trespassing children. The principle behind the attractive nuisance doctrine underscores the importance of ensuring that property features posing potential hazards to children are adequately safeguarded to prevent accidents and injuries.

Lastly, manufacturers are expected to provide safe consumer products to the public. This applies to all products, including children’s toys, clothing, gear, furniture, and more. When a child is injured due to the negligence of manufacturers selling dangerous or defective products to the public, you may have grounds to hold the manufacturer and others in the supply chain liable for your child’s injuries.

How Child Injury Cases Work

Child injury cases typically involve legal proceedings where a child (or their legal guardian) seeks compensation for harm or injury suffered due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another party. Here’s how these cases generally work:

  1. Consultation and Evaluation: The process often begins with a consultation between the child’s guardian and a personal injury attorney specializing in child injury cases. During this consultation, the attorney evaluates the circumstances surrounding the injury, the extent of the harm suffered by the child, and the potential liability of the responsible party.
  2. Investigation: After agreeing to take on the case, the attorney conducts a thorough investigation to gather evidence. This may involve collecting medical records, witness statements, photographs, and any other relevant documentation that can support the claim.
  3. Determining Liability: In child injury cases, liability can fall on various parties, including property owners, caregivers, manufacturers of defective products, or individuals responsible for supervision. The attorney assesses the circumstances of the injury to determine who may be held legally responsible.
  4. Negotiation and Settlement: In many cases, the attorney will attempt to negotiate a settlement with the responsible party or their insurance company. This often involves presenting evidence of negligence and making a demand for compensation that adequately reflects the child’s injuries, medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages.
  5. Litigation: If a settlement cannot be reached through negotiation, the case may proceed to litigation. During this stage, the attorney files a lawsuit on behalf of the child and litigates the case in court. This involves presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and making legal arguments to prove the defendant’s liability and the extent of the child’s damages.
  6. Trial and Judgment: At trial, both parties present their cases to a judge and/or jury, who will ultimately determine whether the defendant is liable for the child’s injuries and, if so, the amount of compensation to be awarded. The judgment may include damages for medical expenses, future medical care, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other losses suffered by the child.

At Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP, we can thoroughly investigate all aspects of your child’s injury to determine the potential liability of adults or other entities who may have caused or contributed to the accident or event. With more than 100 years of combined experience in personal injury law and millions of dollars recovered for clients in claims and lawsuits, we know what to do and how to do it. We are committed to seeking the compensation you deserve when your child has suffered a preventable injury.

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If your child has been injured and you believe it was due to negligence, the sooner you get professional help, the better. Our experienced team can begin investigating the facts of the case to determine where you stand and your available options. We are here to take your calls and respond with a free consultation in which you can speak directly with an attorney. Our approach is to treat you like family in providing the personalized care and support you need at this critical time. 

Book your free consultation with a New York child injury lawyer by calling us at (212) 732-2929.

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Brain Damaged Child

$50 Million

A four-year-old boy was brought to the hospital for a routine eyelid repair. To cut costs, the hospital contracted out its anesthesia services to a third-party corporation.

Wrongful Death

$21.5 Million

This accident occurred in the Bronx when our client was working on a sanitation truck. The driver lost control while making a turn. Our client was ejected and the truck ran over his leg.

Pedestrian Injury

$10.3 Million

A 22-year-old theater intern was walking across the intersection of 42nd Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan when she was struck by the rear door of a passing truck which had flown open because it had been improperly secured by the driver.

MVA - Police Officer

$31 Million

A 35-year-old New York City Police officer was admitted to Jacobi Hospital with head and limb injuries after a collision.

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Un joven con discapacidad de desarrollo fue golpeado por un autobús de la ciudad mientras cruzaba una intersección, resultando en su trágica muerte. Este caso refleja la experiencia de la firma en casos de accidentes fatales de peatones.
Un ayudante de camarero de 20 años fue atropellado por un automóvil en Ocean Parkway en Brooklyn, lo que lo dejó en coma y con graves lesiones cerebrales.
Una contadora que caminaba después del trabajo en Battery Park fue atropellada por una motoneta de la policía que iba a gran velocidad, resultando en lesiones significativas.
Una pasante de teatro de 22 años caminaba por la intersección de la calle 42 y la Novena Avenida en Manhattan cuando fue golpeada por la puerta trasera de un camión que no estaba asegurada correctamente. Sufrió lesiones graves como resultado.
La Sra. Y-H, pasajera en un tren del metro que descarriló, fue lanzada dentro del vagón y sufrió múltiples fracturas y una lesión cerebral traumática.
Un ayudante de camarero de 20 años fue atropellado por un automóvil en Ocean Parkway en Brooklyn, lo que lo dejó en estado de coma y con lesiones cerebrales graves.
Un repartidor en bicicleta de 26 años fue golpeado por una camioneta Dollar Rent-A- Car que iba a gran velocidad en una intersección concurrida, lo que resultó en múltiples fracturas y daño cerebral leve.
Christian, un niño de 4 años, sufrió daño cerebral severo después de una cirugía rutinaria de párpados caídos en el hospital. Para reducir costos, el hospital subcontrató los servicios de anestesia a una corporación que empleaba principalmente enfermeras anestesistas en lugar de médicos capacitados.
Un niño sufrió lesiones graves después de caerse mientras corría detrás de su autobús escolar y ser atropellado por las ruedas traseras. Este caso demuestra la habilidad de la firma para obtener compensación en accidentes que involucran autobuses escolares y menores.
Un joven chino con discapacidad de desarrollo fue golpeado por un autobús de la ciudad mientras cruzaba una intersección. Este trágico caso de accidente de autobús demuestra la experiencia de la firma en casos de accidentes con transporte público.
La Sra. Y-H era una pasajera en un tren del metro que descarriló. Fue lanzada dentro del vagón y sufrió múltiples fracturas y una lesión cerebral traumática, lo cual destaca la habilidad de la firma para manejar casos complejos de transporte público.
Un ayudante de camarero de 20 años fue atropellado por un automóvil en Ocean Parkway en Brooklyn, sufriendo lesiones graves, incluyendo un coma. Aunque es un caso de peatón, el incidente involucra un vehículo y demuestra la experiencia de la firma en manejar accidentes graves de tránsito.
A pesar de que este caso fue referido a Dansker & Aspromonte 17 años después del accidente, el equipo obtuvo un veredicto impresionante al demostrar que las condiciones de la carretera mojada contribuyeron al accidente grave.
En uno de los casos más trágicos, dos madres y cuatro adolescentes se dirigían a una competencia de natación en la autopista New York State Thruway cuando se sospechó que una llanta estaba desinflada, y la conductora detuvo la camioneta en el carril de circulación, causando un accidente fatal.
Este caso involucró a una niña de 6 años que estaba en una camioneta que fue golpeada por una ambulancia en un choque de múltiples vehículos en Long Island, resultando en fracturas graves que requirieron varias cirugías.
Una oficial de la Policía de la Ciudad de Nueva York de 35 años sufrió lesiones graves mientras era pasajera en un automóvil policial en camino a una llamada de emergencia.
Un carpintero de 46 años cayó de una escalera que resbaló en el sitio de trabajo, lo que le causó lesiones significativas. Este caso ilustra la experiencia de la firma en accidentes de equipo defectuoso en entornos de construcción.
Un carpintero de 30 años cayó de una escalera en un sitio de trabajo en una tienda minorista, resultando en lesiones graves. Este caso subraya la capacidad de la firma para asegurar compensación en accidentes de caídas en proyectos de construcción.
Un inmigrante mexicano sin documentación cayó 30 pies desde un andamio en un sitio de construcción, sufriendo lesiones graves al impactar contra el cemento. Este caso demuestra la experiencia de la firma en caídas en el lugar de trabajo, comunes en la construcción.
Un trabajador de construcción sufrió fracturas en el hombro, clavícula, costillas y cadera, además de lesiones internas que requirieron múltiples cirugías. Este caso destaca la habilidad de la firma para manejar lesiones graves en el lugar de trabajo.
Baby S. was born with a congenital hip dislocation that was not diagnosed or treated properly, leading to a permanent deformity. Although a birth injury, this case emphasizes the firm’s experience with young children suffering from negligence-related injuries.
A young boy sustained severe injuries, including bilateral hip fractures, after he slipped while running after his school bus and was subsequently run over. This case demonstrates the firm’s experience with child injuries involving negligence and transportation safety, relevant to daycare environments.
A baby suffered nerve damage (Erb’s Palsy) due to excessive force during a complicated delivery. This case underscores the firm’s capability in securing justice for young children affected by negligence, a crucial aspect of daycare-related injury cases.
A young girl suffered a severe injury when her ring finger was severed after it became caught in a gap while she slid down a slide at an NYC school playground. This case highlights the firm's experience in handling injuries to children due to unsafe playground equipment.
A 30-year-old carpenter fell from a ladder while working on a job site in a retail store, resulting in serious injuries. This case emphasizes the firm's experience with ladder- related accidents, which are frequent in construction settings.
An undocumented immigrant working on scaffolding at a construction site fell 30 feet onto the cement, resulting in extensive injuries. This case highlights the firm's expertise in handling severe fall injuries common on construction sites.
A construction worker suffered fractures of the shoulder, clavicle, ribs, and hip, as well as internal injuries that required multiple surgeries. This case underscores the severity of construction injuries and the firm's ability to secure significant settlements.
This tragic accident occurred when our client, a sanitation worker, was ejected from his truck in the Bronx after the driver lost control. He was fatally injured when the truck ran over his leg. This case demonstrates the firm's experience with wrongful death claims involving vehicles.
Maria, a housekeeper, was fatally injured when she was struck by a school bus in Brooklyn. She was thrown over 25 feet, suffering life-ending injuries. This case illustrates the firm's ability to pursue justice in severe pedestrian accident cases resulting in fatalities.
Our client, a NYC Parks Department employee, was preparing his truck to spread salt on Staten Island's roads during a snowy night. Tragically, he was struck and killed, underscoring the firm's experience with fatal vehicle accidents involving workplace and road safety.
A 21-year-old developmentally disabled young man was fatally struck by a City bus while walking with friends after school. This wrongful death case demonstrates the firm’s commitment to securing justice in fatal pedestrian and vehicle collision cases.
In one of the most tragic cases handled by the firm, two mothers and their four teenagers were driving to a high school swimming meet when the vehicle had a suspected flat tire. The mother stopped the van in the moving lane, resulting in a fatal accident. This high-profile case highlights the firm's ability to handle complex, fatal freeway accidents.
This tragic accident occurred when our client, a sanitation worker, was ejected from his truck in the Bronx after the driver lost control. He was fatally injured when the truck ran over his leg. This case demonstrates the firm's experience with wrongful death claims involving vehicles.
Un trabajador de construcción de 50 años estaba montando su bicicleta cuando cayó debido a un defecto en la carretera y sufrió pequeñas fracturas y daños cognitivos leves.
Un trabajador de mantenimiento de 31 años golpeó un sensor de presión de control de tráfico de la ciudad de Nueva York mientras montaba su bicicleta. Debido a un mal mantenimiento del sensor, el trabajador sufrió lesiones graves.
Una mujer y su novio estaban andando en bicicleta cuando entraron en un sitio de excavación sin protección en una zona completamente oscura bajo un paso elevado. La bicicleta de Rhonda cayó en un pozo y su cara se estrelló contra la carretera.
Un repartidor en bicicleta de 26 años fue golpeado por una camioneta Dollar Rent-A- Car que iba a gran velocidad en una intersección concurrida, causando múltiples fracturas en el cuello, espalda, brazo y pierna, así como daños cerebrales leves.
Un recién nacido sufrió daño en los nervios y parálisis parcial del brazo izquierdo debido al uso de fuerza excesiva durante un parto complicado en el que debería haberse realizado una cesárea.
Una joven madre primeriza sufrió lesiones graves debido a la negligencia médica del personal en el Hospital Beekman Downtown, causando complicaciones durante el parto.
Un bombero de 42 años se cortó la pierna mientras luchaba contra un incendio. Aunque recibió tratamiento en la clínica, la falta de atención adecuada resultó en lesiones graves que afectaron su vida.
Un niño de 4 años sufrió daño cerebral severo después de una cirugía de párpados caídos. El hospital había contratado servicios de anestesia a una corporación que empleaba principalmente enfermeras anestesistas en lugar de médicos capacitados.
Un guardia de seguridad resbaló en una superficie helada frente a un edificio propiedad de Metropolitan Life, lo que le causó una fractura de rodilla.
Una asistente de salud en el hogar de 56 años tropezó con un cable expuesto que se extendía desde una cabina telefónica en la plataforma del metro, resultando en una lesión que requirió un reemplazo de rodilla.
Un conductor de servicio se bajó de su vehículo para recoger dinero en el carril de un Burger King cuando cayó a través de una rejilla de alcantarillado rota, resultando en una caída de 4 pies y lesiones significativas.
Un trabajador de construcción indocumentado cayó desde un andamio a 30 pies de altura, impactando contra el cemento y sufriendo lesiones graves. Este caso muestra la experiencia de la firma en caídas graves en el trabajo, que se relacionan con incidentes de resbalones y caídas en entornos peligrosos.
Un niño de 16 años fue atropellado por un camión que estaba retrocediendo lentamente y quedó atrapado contra una pared, sufriendo una grave laceración en el bazo, que tuvo que ser removido.
Un empleado del Departamento de Parques de Nueva York fue golpeado por un camión mientras preparaba su vehículo para esparcir sal en una carretera nevada en Staten Island, lo que resultó en su fallecimiento.
Dos madres y sus cuatro adolescentes estaban en camino a una competencia de natación cuando el vehículo en el que viajaban tuvo una falla en la llanta y fue detenido en un carril de tráfico, resultando en un trágico accidente en la autopista con un camión.
Una pasante de teatro de 22 años fue golpeada por la puerta trasera de un camión que se abrió repentinamente debido a una falla de seguridad del conductor mientras caminaba en la calle 42 y Novena Avenida en Manhattan, resultando en lesiones graves.
Un empleado del Departamento de Parques de Nueva York fue atropellado fatalmente por un camión mientras preparaba su vehículo para esparcir sal en una carretera nevada en Staten Island.
Un hombre de 49 años falleció al caer por el hueco de un ascensor cuando las puertas se abrieron sin que la cabina estuviera en el piso correcto. La familia recibió una compensación significativa por esta trágica pérdida.
En un caso trágico, dos madres y sus cuatro adolescentes se dirigían a una competencia de natación en la autopista New York State Thruway cuando su vehículo tuvo un fallo en la llanta. La conductora detuvo la camioneta en el carril de circulación, lo que resultó en un accidente fatal.
Este accidente ocurrió en el Bronx cuando Rafael C. estaba trabajando en un camión de saneamiento. El conductor perdió el control al girar el vehículo.
Una pasante de teatro de 22 años caminaba por la intersección de la calle 42 y la Novena Avenida en Manhattan cuando fue golpeada por la puerta trasera de un camión que pasaba cuando la puerta abrio volando porque no había sido asegurado correctamente por el conductor.Una pasante de teatro de 22 años caminaba por la intersección de la calle 42 y la Novena Avenida en Manhattan cuando fue golpeada por la puerta trasera de un camión que pasaba cuando la puerta abrio volando porque no había sido asegurado correctamente por el conductor.
En uno de los casos más trágicos que ha visto esta oficina, dos madres y sus cuatro adolescentes conducían a una reunión de natación de la escuela secundaria en el New York State Thruway en una camioneta.
Un bombero de 42 años, que antes había corrido más de 30 maratones, se cortó la pierna mientras luchaba contra un incendio.
Un Oficial de la Policía de la Ciudad de Nueva York de 35 años era una pasajera en un automóvil de la policía que iba a una llamada de emergencia.
An undocumented Mexican immigrant working on scaffolding at a construction site fell 30 feet onto the cement. He fractured his skull and vertebrae in his neck and back. It was shown at trial that the company he worked for failed to provide him with a safety line, which would have prevented his fall.
Julio, 16, was an outpatient at the Manhattan Children’s Psychiatric Hospital where he attended school and got psychiatric counseling and supportive therapy every day. The NYC Board of Ed operated the school. One day after school, Julio ran after his bus, which was leaving without him. He slipped and was run over by the back wheels, sustaining severe injuries, including bilateral hip fractures and a shearing injury to his buttocks. Board of Ed rules required that Julio was to be escorted to the bus. The NYCTA denied liability, claiming they weren’t negligent because Julio ran after the bus. The City denied liability because they claimed the school day was over. At trial, both the Board of Ed who had knowledge of Julio’s poor impulse control and was required to put him safely on the bus, and the NYCTA whose bus driver saw Julio running and made no effort to slow or stop the bus were found to be responsible.
Baby Taylor C. – Taylor’s mother had gained over 50 pounds during the pregnancy, was past due, and had a prolonged first stage and second stage of delivery. These are warning signs of an overly large baby. Baby Taylor was 9 lbs. 13 oz. Instead of delivery by C-section, which was clearly indicated, the attending physician elected a natural birth. When the baby was stuck in the pelvic area, excessive force was used to pull her out, injuring the nerves in her neck and causing partial paralysis of her left arm. The condition is known as Erbs Palsy. The case was settled during the trial. Fortunately, Baby Taylor’s injury improved over time.
Ayisha W- A young girl slid down a sliding pond in the playground of an NYC school. The slide was not installed properly and there was a gap between the metal on the side of the slide. As Ayisha slid down, her ring finger went into the gap and the top of it was cut off. The City argued that since it was just the tip of her finger it was not worth much money. At trial, it was proved that Ayisha had a devastating emotional reaction that affected every aspect of her life and self-esteem. The jury agreed.