Parents trust daycare facilities to provide a safe, nurturing environment for their children. Unfortunately, negligence or unsafe conditions can result in daycare injuries some minor, but others serious and life-changing. At Hillstone Law, we represent families whose children have been harmed in daycare accidents and fight to hold negligent parties accountable.
Common Causes of Daycare Injuries
Daycare centers have a duty to protect children from harm. When staff or owners fail to meet this obligation, injuries can occur due to:
- Lack of supervision – too few staff members watching too many children
- Unsafe play areas – broken playground equipment or hazardous toys
- Slip-and-fall accidents – wet floors, cluttered walkways, or poor maintenance
- Physical abuse or neglect – staff mistreatment or failure to provide basic care
- Food allergies and choking hazards – staff ignoring dietary restrictions or safety protocols
- Transportation accidents – injuries in daycare vans or buses
- Exposure to dangerous substances – cleaning chemicals, unsafe storage of supplies
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that unintentional injuries are one of the leading causes of childhood emergency room visits.
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/safechild
Types of Daycare Injuries
Children may suffer a wide range of injuries while at daycare, including:
- Cuts, bruises, and fractures
- Head injuries and concussions
- Burns from unsafe heating or cooking equipment
- Poisoning from accidental ingestion of chemicals
- Emotional trauma from abuse or neglect
- Long-term developmental issues if medical care is delayed
Who is Liable for Daycare Injuries?
In California, liability may fall on:
- Daycare staff – for negligence, abuse, or lack of supervision
- Daycare owners/operators – for failing to follow state regulations or safety standards
- Property owners – if unsafe conditions on the premises caused harm
- Manufacturers – if defective toys or equipment injured a child
Daycares must comply with state licensing rules and safety regulations. Failure to do so can make them legally responsible for injuries.
What Parents Should Do After a Daycare Injury
If your child is injured at a daycare facility:
- Seek immediate medical care for your child.
- Document the injuries with photos and medical reports.
- Report the incident to the daycare and request a written report.
- Collect witness information, including other parents or staff.
- File a complaint with California Child Care Licensing if negligence is suspected.
Website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing - Contact a daycare injury lawyer before dealing with insurance or daycare representatives.
How Hillstone Law Can Help
At Hillstone Law, we understand how devastating it is when a child is hurt due to someone else’s negligence. Our legal team will:
- Investigate the daycare facility and staff practices
- Review licensing, safety, and inspection reports
- Gather medical evidence to prove injury impact
- Negotiate with insurance companies for fair compensation
- File lawsuits when necessary to protect your child’s rights
We fight for compensation covering:
- Medical expenses and future care needs
- Emotional distress and therapy
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life
- Punitive damages in cases of abuse or extreme neglect
If your child was injured in a daycare accident in California, Hillstone Law is ready to protect your family and fight for justice.
