DAYCARE SUED OVER TODDLER'S INJURIES
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U.S. ERs treat ~300,000 kids yearly for childcare injuries.
Per the CDC, unintentional injury is the #1 cause of child death in the U.S. Daycare negligence suits can hinge on 'duty of care' — the legal standard requiring staff to act as a 'reasonably prudent' caregiver would.
This storyWhat should happen when a daycare injures a toddler?
Daycares can face civil suits for negligence under state tort law
Most states hold childcare centers to a 'duty of care' standard — staff must act reasonably to protect children. Lawsuits can seek damages for injuries. Learn more at Wikipedia
Most states require daycares to carry liability insurance for injuries
Child care centers face strict licensing rules, but injury lawsuits remain common. Learn about childcare regulations at Wikipedia
This storyHow many U.S. children visit ERs for daycare-related injuries each year?
- Under 10,000
- Around 50,000
- Nearly 166,000
- Over 400,000
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Nearly 166,000
This storyWhat's the most likely outcome of the daycare injury lawsuit?