Law Office of William F. Underwood - April 2019

FINDING THE RIGHT TIME TO GET YOUR CHILDREN INTO SPORTS ACTIVE SEARCHING FOR ACTIVE PASTIMES

Whether you were the star player or the kid who picked flowers in the middle of the field all game, almost everyone has memories of being on a sports team when they were young. Some lose interest over time and pursue other activities, while others find they really enjoy their sport, maybe have a real talent for it, and continue playing until they are young adults. Whatever the case, parents should take a couple of factors into consideration when determining if their child is ready for sports. If they begin playing too early, it might turn them off to the sport before they really understand it. It could also result in premature wear on muscles and bones that prevents them from playing their sport later on. Most experts believe that the proper age for introducing your child to sports is somewhere between 6 and 9 years old. When they are younger than 6, it is important for them to be active, but their motor skills are not yet developed enough to play most competitive sports. Trying to get them to understand this fact at that age might only make them frustrated with the sport and make them dislike it before they can even give it a try. Even when children are between the ages of 6 and 9, they might not be ready for sports that require higher forms of coordination, like football or hockey. Instead, try sports like T-ball, soccer, or karate. They won’t be ready for more intensive sports until they are 10–12 years old.

If your child does not seem to enjoy team sports, you might see if they may like more individual sports, like running or swimming. Their personality can be just as significant as their age when it comes to choosing the right sport.

Some children might not show interest in organized sports at all. If your child does not seem interested in any sports, even though they are old enough to understand the rules and are coordinated enough to play, you might want to consider other activities, like art or music classes. Still, it is essential that they are active for at least an hour every day, no matter their interests. Sometimes kids will get frustrated with the sports they play (even if they like playing them), and they might want to quit. If your child doesn’t seem to like the sport you signed them up for, encourage them to at least finish out the season. They might just need a little more time to warm up to it. However, if they still aren’t enjoying it at the end of the season, help them find other activities that they might like better. Ultimately, when a child is ready to play sports, it is important to stay in tune with what brings them joy and what keeps them mentally and physically healthy.

WORK ZONE SEEKING COMPENSATION FOR COMMON CONSTRUCTION INJURIES

A job in construction is hard work, and few employees face as many dangers as construction workers. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Labor, 20 percent of worker fatalities in 2017 were caused by negligence and accidents on construction sites. For work that is so significant to society, it’s only right that construction workers get fair treatment after an injury. As a construction worker, your body may face a litany of physical complications due to your career. Workers may face electrocution, broken limbs, spinal injuries, concussions, deep cuts, chemically-induced ailments, and head and neck wounds. These injuries could stem from falls, equipment malfunction, coworker or personal accidents, chemical spills, fires, or explosions. Unfortunately, some companies cut corners and avoid proper safety regulations, making job sites more dangerous for their workers. Employer negligence may result in various equipment-related injuries, falls, and broken limbs.

immediately after the injury to later be able to prove the nature of the accident. However, determining fault in a construction site personal injury case can be tricky. You, your employer, a coworker, or another company could be at fault for your injury. Witness statements, photos, videos, and medical and police reports can all go a long way in determining fault in a construction site injury. It’s not uncommon to sustain minor scrapes when you do physical labor, but all workers deserve a safe working environment, free of dangerous injuries. It’s important to remember that while you are doing physical labor, injuries are not “just a part of the job.” You should not have to live with chronic back pain or nerve issues because of a fall or struggle to regain full arm strength after an accident. At the Law Offices of William F. Underwood, P.C., III, we believe every employee has a right to safe working environments and fair compensation. Working through workers’ compensation and personal injury cases can be complicated, so let our experts help. Give us a call at 229-888-0888 or visit PuttingPeopleFirst.law.

A worker has 30 days after a workplace injury to file for compensation. In addition, they must seek medical attention

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