Local Law Firms Home > Product Liability Overview > Defective Toys > Contusion Injury Defective Toys: Contusion Injury Receiving a toy can be a very exciting moment for a child. It can be the equivalent of adult receiving a car or winning the lottery. But what happens when a child receives a hazardous toy and gets hurt? The results can be devastating. Has your child suffered a contusion injury from a toy? If so, you may be entitled to compensation for your child's injury. Contact a product liability lawyer in your area today to discuss your case. There are some products marketed directly at children that shouldn’t be. Improperly labeled packaging and shoddy construction could lead to contusion injuries. Common products that can cause contusions are:
A contusion is essentially a bruise. No big deal, right? Wrong. In the wrong places, contusions could produce more than just a black and blue mark.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), reported that in a recent two year period, over 360,000 children were admitted in the ER as a result of a toy-related injury. Trends indicate that this number increases every year. It it should be noted that a staggering 90,600 of those patients admitted are under the age of 5. Aside from the emotional and physical trauma this could cause a family, the financial strain can be immense. Most parents may lose hours of work to care for their injured child. The hospital bills could easily reach into the thousands for those without insurance. There are steps to avoid this incident in the future. Many websites provide lists of recalled, defective and dangerous toys. In these cases, the manufacturer could be held liable for these injuries. Manufacturers are supposed to operate by regulations that ensure the safety of the consumer. Laws vary from state to state regarding lawsuits for these matters. Some states even have a statute of limitations on these cases so it’s best to act quickly. If your child has suffered serious contusions as a result of a defective toy, an experienced lawyer can help. Contact a product liability attorney in your area for more information regarding your case. |