Defective Trampoline Lawyer
When proper safety precautions are taken, trampolines are great family purchases – especially if there are several children in the household. These fun playtime products are apt to provide hours of entertainment for people of all ages – from young children (supervised, of course) to adults. However, when the trampoline is designed or manufactured with a defect, all users of the product are put at risk of serious injury. Because trampolines are high off the ground, propel their users many feet into the air, and are made with metal, a faulty product can cause injuries ranging from minor cuts and bruises to life-threatening wounds.
If your child has been a victim of a defective trampoline, then you have the right to take legal action against the responsible party. Defective trampoline lawyer Jeffrey Killino understands how important it is for companies and corporations to manufacture safe and reliable products. Call The Killino Firm, P.C. today at 877-875-2927 to learn more about how he can help you fight your case.
Trampoline Injuries
While there have been few reported deaths resulting from trampoline accidents, the number of trampoline-related injuries each year is extremely high. Based on information provided by the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), there are 246,875 trampoline-caused injuries that necessitate medical attention each year. Of these injuries, over half occur in children 14 years old or younger. Injuries to areas of the body have been statistically distributed as such:
- Leg and foot injuries – 40%
- Arm and hand injuries – 29%
- Head, face and neck injuries – 20%
- Shoulder and torso injuries – 10%
While the extremities are clearly most at risk of sustaining an injury, it is clear that major organs such as the brain and nervous system may also be damaged by a trampoline accident.
Manufacturer’s Responsibility
It is the responsibility of the manufacturer to ensure that the trampoline is sturdy and able to withstand a significant amount of wear and tear. Trampolines should be sold with an enclosure option that protects jumpers from falling off the edge. The manufacturers should also provide the buyers with information on the expected lifetime of the product, so that consumers will know when they should stop using it.
Contact Us
If your child has suffered an injury from a defective trampoline, then you deserve to claim damages from the responsible party. Contact defective trampoline lawyer Jeffrey Killino today at 877-875-2927 to speak with him about your situation and learn about your legal rights.
