School Injuries – Child Injuries & Accidents

Children spend a significant part of their lives in school, and parents assume that while they’re learning, their children will be kept safe. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. While most school districts and their employees are caring and professional in their duties, accidents still occur.

If your child has suffered a school injury, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. We are a Chicago-based injury law firm representing individuals (and their families) who have suffered an injury in an accident. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you. Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice. 

Common School Injuries 

In today’s world, we often think of school shootings as a major cause of school injuries, however these tragedies actually only account for a small percentage of school injuries. Over four (4) million students are injured yearly in schools across the U.S., with the most common types of school injuries due to the following:

• Crossing injuries
• School bus injuries
• Playground injuries
• Sports injuries
• Slip and fall accidents
• Bullying and/or fighting
• Teacher negligence
• Faulty equipment
• School district negligence
• Sexual abuse 

School Injury Liability

Laws applying to schools differ by the type of school that your child was injured in. Public schools, as government institutions, are typically granted sovereign immunity from certain types of liability as they are funded by tax-payer dollars, which would be at-stake in a lawsuit. Cases against public schools are also held in the Court of Claims, where a special group of judges will hear the case against the government and you only have one (1) year from the date of your child’s injury to file a claim, or your case will be dismissed.

Lawsuits against public schools in Illinois can be an uphill battle, and generally a plaintiff must prove that the school district or its employees were acting recklessly during school-related activities. Examples of reckless actions include:

• A coach that does not get a student athlete medical attention.
• A teacher that does not provide proper safety measures for a classroom activity.
• A gym teacher that forces a student to participate in class even with a doctor’s note that it isn’t safe.

Educators and school districts are often immune from liability caused by ordinary negligence, although there are exceptions. If your child was injured at a public school, it is best to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer who will review the unique circumstances of your case and determine if the school district or their employee may be liable for your child’s injuries. 

Private schools do not have the same immunity laws that public schools are granted unless the school receives federal funding. This means that parents have more options in pursuing a claim against the private school for negligent actions, which can include negligent supervision, negligent hiring and training, and negligent maintenance. 

Because there are so many variables in pursuing a claim against a school, it is a good idea to have the expertise of a personal injury lawyer on your side. We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services. 

We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at work we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at 844 See Mike, we put People, First. 

Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 900 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 120 five-star reviews on Google.  Call 888-572-0176, e-mail us at michael@agrusslawfirm.com, or schedule meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.