Throughout the early stages of development, children are particularly vulnerable to injury. They lack awareness about the inherent dangers of certain objects or activities and are therefore ill-equipped to make safe choices. Day care facilities must adhere to licensing regulations and safety codes in order to provide an environment that does not unnecessarily endanger the well-being of the children in their care. While children are naturally prone to suffering some scrapes and bruises, there can be no tolerance for negligence on the part of a childcare facility or its employees.
If your child has been injured due to the negligence of a childcare provider and their failure to observe relevant safety codes, it may be appropriate to seek financial compensation through a civil lawsuit. Contact the Indianapolis day care negligence attorneys of Hankey Marks & Crider at (317) 634-8565 to discuss your potential case.
Common Safety Codes and Procedures
The specific day care safety regulations vary from state-to-state, however, the intent to keep children safe from injury is universal. Representative requirements in the state of Indiana include:
- Elimination of fire hazards
- Removing sharp objects from the reach of children
- Any food or beverages served must be safely prepared
- Procedures for identifying children with allergies and preventing contact with allergens
- Daycare employees should be CPR and First Aid certified
- There are maximum child to caregiver ratios, determined by the age of the children
Victims of child care negligence may receive compensation for such expenses as medical bills and emotional pain and suffering in the event these laws are broken.
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When a day care center staff fails to follow safety codes they are breaking the law. Victims of their negligence may be entitled to compensation for a variety of relevant damages. Contact the Indianapolis day care negligence attorneys at Hankey Marks & Crider at (317) 634-8565 to learn more about your legal rights and options.