QUESTION
Is it possible to sue a school if a child is injured at an event held at school?
Asked on Oct 11th, 2013 on Personal Injury - South Carolina
6 ANSWERS
Business Litigation Attorney serving Columbus, OH
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More information is needed. Was the 4 year old alone in the parking lot? You should contact an attorney to obtain a free consultation so that you can discuss your situation in greater detail.
Answered on Oct 16th, 2013 at 12:28 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
One only sues if there is a significant injury.
Answered on Oct 14th, 2013 at 11:01 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
Probably not. The school is protected by Governmental Immunity.
Answered on Oct 14th, 2013 at 10:44 AM
James Eugene Hasser
Yes, but you will have to prove liability on behalf of the school. They are not automatically liable if you get hurt on their property.
Answered on Oct 14th, 2013 at 10:30 AM
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Possible if you prove fault (negligence) you don't sue just because a child is on school property or in my office. Where did you get the idea you were entitled to something without proving fault?
Answered on Oct 14th, 2013 at 9:10 AM
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If the accident was the result of negligence on the part of school employees, then you can sue. You cannot sue just because the accident happened on school property if the school was not at fault.
Answered on Oct 14th, 2013 at 8:45 AM