Children under the age of 18 in the state of Illinois cannot make an insurance claim nor file suit in unless they are represented by a parent or other adult guardian. Children and adolescents may be at risk for injuries caused by the following:

• Dangerous toys
• Cars and other motor vehicles
• Firework mishaps
• Playground equipment
• Household fires
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Swimming-related accidents
• Animal bites or attacks
• Swallowing of household products such as cosmetics and personal care products, cleaning substances, pain relievers, foreign bodies, and plants

Injuries to children may result in permanent disability or even death.  Personal injury claims and suits filed on behalf of children, whether the child lives in a rural part of Illinois or in an urban area such as Chicago, Illinois, must address the potential need for future medical, nursing or rehabilitative care.  The attorneys of Meyer and Blumenshine can help you understand how the law applies so that the injured minor or child can get the care that they deserve.

If you wish to speak with our lawyers regarding an injury to a minor or child who lives in Illinois, we would be glad to speak with you.  Contact us online or call us at 312/263-1000 for a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.