Florida has 69 school districts and close to three million students, ranging from elementary schoolchildren to adult learners. Every day, they head to the classroom to grow and learn, never expecting to be injured. Yet, every year students are injured and even killed in school, on school grounds, and during school activities.
If you’re a student and you find yourself in this situation or if you’re a parent whose child is injured at school, don’t hesitate to contact Flaxman Law Group for a free consultation with an accident lawyer. Our family-based team understands the devastation a serious injury can cause and we work tirelessly to help injured Florida residents in the Homestead, Hollywood, and Miami areas understand their rights.
Common Student Injuries in Hollywood
Some of the most common student injuries include:
- Head injuries. Any time a student hits their head, whether it’s in the classroom or on the sports field, it can cause bruising and swelling in the brain, which can be a life-threatening injury. It’s important that any student who sustains a suspected concussion or head injury is immediately evaluated by a medical professional.
- Spinal cord injuries. Falls, violence, and sports accidents can cause damage to the spinal cord, which can lead to loss of sensation, mobility problems, or even permanent paralysis.
- Strains and sprains. Carrying heavy books or training in physical education class or as part of a school sports team can overwork muscles and can cause strains and sprains. These can cause severe pain and difficulty with movement.
- Violence-related injuries. Unfortunately, bullying and incidents of violence in schools do happen across the state every day. This can lead to gunshot injuries, abrasions, broken bones, and other serious injuries, especially in instances where schools have insufficient security.
- Slip and falls and trip and falls. When school grounds aren’t properly maintained, students can fall because of poor lighting, uneven surfaces, or slippery floors. This can lead to broken bones, bruising, and even serious back and spinal cord injuries.
- Fractures. Broken bones can happen because of traffic accidents on school grounds, falls, and sports injuries. They can take students out of school for weeks and can cause many missed classes.
- Sports injuries. When students play football, baseball, or any sports they can easily fall or collide on the field or overwork muscles in training. They can also suffer soft tissue injuries, especially if they’re not trained about proper form and movement.
- Ergonomic injuries. Hours spent at a desk or in the library can put added pressure on the musculoskeletal system, leading to pain and decreased mobility.
- Exposure injuries. Science labs can expose students to dangerous chemicals, which can cause eye injuries, burns, and other injury when these substances aren’t stored or handled correctly. In addition, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has stated that a large number of the country’s schools contain asbestos-containing materials, which can increase the risk of cancer if students are exposed to this fiber.
What To Do If You’re a Student Who’s Suffered an Injury
If you’ve suffered an injury at school or if your child has suffered an injury on school grounds, you may have questions. You may also be facing a lot of expenses. The cost of medical treatment and the expense of extra tutoring to make up for lost classes can be considerable.
In this situation, you may want to find out whether you have a claim against the school. After all, both the school and potentially the school district have a duty to protect their students. So, find out the facts. Call Flaxman Law Group at 866-352-9626 to or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with a Hollywood accident attorney. Let’s discuss your potential claim, how much compensation you may qualify for, and who possible liable parties may be. A free consultation with our family-based team is your chance to ask questions and to learn more about any options you might have for pursuing the financial recovery you need to get back to class.