Candice Suter is a highly dedicated and experienced litigation paralegal who has worked in the legal profession for over 15 years. She genuinely cares about her clients and works to lighten their load so that the attorneys at our firm can serve them more effectively. Candice enjoys helping people through the process and being there for them every step of the way. With her commitment to service and passion for helping others, Candice truly embodies our firm values. After seeing the movie “Erin Brockovich,” she was inspired to help others and decided to pursue a career in law. Candice has worked as a paralegal for multiple firms. She has experience in many areas of law, including personal injury, collections, and criminal law. In her free time, Candice enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching health and science documentaries, and playing volleyball. She’s also a member of the St. Louis Elk’s Lodge #9, serving on the Entertainment Committee and Drug Awareness Committee. INTRODUCING OUR NEW PARALEGAL CANDICE SUTER
It’s All Fun and Games Until … Understanding Liability in Playground Injuries
Children are notoriously accident-prone. They roughhouse, run when they should walk, fail to obey instructions, and generally don’t foresee the consequences of their actions. Managing injuries due to kids’ impulsive urges is just part of being a parent — but faulty playground equipment shouldn’t be. Playgrounds are a quintessential part of childhood. And like any form of physical play, they carry some inherent risks. Countless kids skin their knees or fall off monkey bars yearly, and they usually walk it off with a kiss and Band-Aid. Other children sustain more severe injuries like broken bones or concussions. But when they occur as a part of regular play, no one can be legally held liable. Negligent playground injuries are another matter. Any area that invites children to play must take reasonable care to ensure the premises are safe for their use. Negligent playground injuries can occur due to broken equipment, rusted or sharp objects, improper signage, and other dangers from improper maintenance. In other words, you generally cannot sue if your child slips and falls off the jungle gym, but you may have a case if your child falls after a bar breaks.
When a child suffers a playground injury, you should speak to an attorney experienced in playground injuries. They can help determine the responsible party. Generally speaking, the playground owner is liable, but that’s not always the case. The team that designed, manufactured, constructed, or maintained the equipment may be responsible instead. Parents also must understand the government has more protection against lawsuits than individuals. Before taking legal action against the government in Missouri, you must file a claim and allow them time to investigate the situation. A lawsuit is only possible if they reject your claim, and government entities typically benefit from legal limits on damages. Meanwhile, suing a private facility is usually more straightforward, and you should not be dissuaded from taking action even if you signed a liability waiver — you still have rights. The attorneys at Finney Injury Law have extensive experience litigating playground injury cases. We would gladly set up a free consultation to discuss your case and outline your options. Let us worry about the legal hassles while you focus on helping your child recover.
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