Summer Camp Injuries: What Are Your Legal Options?

When you send your child to summer camp in Nebraska, you expect the staff to protect their safety, keep the grounds safe, and ensure that employees have the proper training. If a summer camp neglects these duties, you may receive a call that your child is injured and wonder what your legal options are. Fortunately, with the help of our experienced lawyers at Knowles Law Firm, you can file a claim, prove negligence, and better understand the value of your case to receive a fair settlement.

With over 55 years of experience and multi-million dollar settlements obtained for our clients, you can trust us to take on your summer camp injury claim and fight for your rights. We provide exceptional comprehensive legal services, handling every aspect of your claim so you can focus on your child and their recovery. Our dedicated team communicates with you every step of the way to help you understand your legal options and make the best decision for your future.

Can You File a Claim if Your Child Is Injured at Summer Camp in Nebraska?

Before sending your child to summer camp, you likely signed a waiver that covers accidents. If your child is injured at summer camp, you will want to carefully review the waiver or ask an attorney at Knowles Law Firm to review the waiver. Nebraska does recognize and enforce liability waivers. If no waiver was signed, you should contact an experienced personal injury attorney at Knowles Law Firm to see if you have a claim for your child’s injury.

The summer camp and staff members are legally obligated to provide a standard of care for your child that keeps them safe while under their supervision.If they breach this duty and cause your child harm, you have the right to file a claim and pursue compensation even if you signed a waiver. Depending on the unique details of your child’s injuries, you may file one of the following types of claims:

• Premises Liability: If the camp conditions were unsafe, and the staff failed to remove hazards, you may file a premises liability claim to hold the program, staff member, or property owner liable for not keeping the grounds safe.
• Product Liability: A manufacturer, designer, retailer, or the summer camp program may be liable for your child’s injuries if they occurred due to a defective product.
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): If your child suffered a TBI while at summer camp, we can help you file a claim to recover full compensation for your medical treatment, pain and suffering, and other losses.
• Personal Injury: In any situation where your child’s summer camp program breached their duty to keep your child safe, you may file a personal injury claim. For example, if a summer camp employee feeds your child food they are allergic to or if the program fails to train their employees properly, they may be responsible for the harm caused.

With the help of the knowledgeable lawyers at Knowles Law Firm, you can share your story and know if you have a solid summer camp injury case.

What Are the Elements of a Summer Camp Injury Claim?

If you can file a claim for your child’s summer camp injuries, our dedicated team can help you handle every element, including proving liability and calculating your damages. We understand the complexities of these cases and work diligently to give you the best chance of securing a fair settlement and holding the at-fault party liable for their negligence.

Proving Fault

As the victim filing a claim against a summer camp program or employee, you carry the burden of proof. This means that to establish fault and recover damages, your claim must prove the following points:

• The at-fault party owed your child a duty of care.
• They breached this duty of care by acting negligently.
• This negligence directly caused your child’s injuries.
• Your child’s injuries resulted in damages.

We can help you demonstrate these points by conducting a thorough investigation to gather evidence, such as medical records, witness testimony, maintenance records, video footage, and personal statements. 

Damages

The evidence we collect to help prove fault can also be used to calculate your damages. Depending on the severity of your child’s injuries and your unique circumstances, you may recover compensation for the following:

• Past, present, and future medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Lost wages from missed work
• Physical therapy
• Emotional distress
• Reduced quality of life
• Long-term care

We understand a child’s injuries also impact you and the rest of your family, so we consider every detail when calculating your claim’s worth. Our passionate lawyers fiercely advocate for the fair settlement you and your child deserve, negotiating with insurance companies to avoid settling for a lowball offer.

Contact the Trusted Summer Camp Injury Lawyers at Knowles Law Firm

At Knowles Law Firm, we understand how distressing it can be to learn that your child has been injured at summer camp. With over 55 years of experience and a history of securing multi-million dollar settlements, we are equipped to guide you through the legal process.

Let us handle the complexities of your summer camp injury claim so you can focus on your child’s recovery. Contact us today at (402) 431-9000 or visit our contact form to schedule your consultation.