Children suffering injuries from an accident are hurt in many ways, including physically and mentally. When hurt, they also have economic issues to deal with for a long period of time. As they age, they may have a lesser ability to work or earn an income. Socially, they may have longer bouts of isolation or difficulty being part of a group.
It is important to pursue claims on behalf of injured children.
The most important thing in terms of support is making sure hurt children have the financial support necessary to survive later in life. Even if it is just an amount of money that compensates them for a short period of time, it needs to make a difference for the child.
Reports in 2015, show the total medical costs for injuries to children ages 19 and younger was $6.6 billion. This amount includes emergency transportation to the hospital and the long-term care to as the children age with disabilities.
The most costly childhood injury (likely due to its commonness) is falls. Falls account for around $1.1 billion of all childhood injury costs. Other common causes of injury include being struck by objects, poisoning, drowning, assault and burns.
What costs do children have as patients with significant injuries?
Costs may include, initial treatments; follow-up treatments; rehabilitation; claims administration expenses; and insurance claim expenses. Parents also must consider how the injury will affect the child long term.
When the injury is a result of another person’s negligence, the responsible party typically compensates the victim. Before settling claims for your child, look into how much care your child will need in the future. An attorney with experience can assist determining if a settlement is fair for the child.
Contact Merdes Law Office, P.C. to meet with our highly experienced Alaskan personal injury attorney to discuss your case: 907.452.5400 or visit www.merdes.com. And while we hope you never need us… We’re here if you do.
