Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers | June 6, 2025 | Daycare Injuries
A serious head injury at daycare creates immediate stress for both you and your child. You need to take clear, prompt action to protect your child’s health and preserve your legal options. Follow the steps below to move forward after this type of incident in Atlanta.
Seek Immediate Medical Attention
If your child suffers a serious head injury at daycare, take them to a doctor or the emergency room right away. Head injuries may cause internal damage even when your child appears fine. A doctor will perform a full evaluation and recommend any scans or tests, such as a CT scan, to identify hidden injuries.
Prompt medical care not only protects your child’s health but also creates a clear record of the injury. Ask the doctor for written notes, test results, and discharge instructions. Follow their guidance after discharge to track changes in your child’s condition. Medical records can support your case if the daycare failed to provide a safe environment.
Request an Official Report from the Daycare
Ask the daycare for a written incident report. The report should include when and how the injury occurred, staff responses, and the names of witnesses. You have the right to review the daycare’s records. Request the report as soon as possible before memories fade or staff changes occur.
A clear report helps establish a timeline and may show whether the daycare followed its own rules. If the report seems vague or incomplete, request clarification or speak with a supervisor. Keep a copy for your records.
Preserve Evidence That May Support Your Claim
Collect as much evidence as possible. Take photos on your phone of your child’s injury, the location of the incident, and any hazards you notice. Request written statements from anyone who witnessed the incident or its aftermath, including other parents, teachers, and assistants.
Save all correspondence with daycare staff, including emails and texts. Also, request a copy of the daycare’s safety policies. Compare those rules with the facts of the incident.
If the daycare failed to follow its own procedures, that may help show fault. Keep a file with all this material. It can support your case if you decide to move forward with legal action.
Report the Injury to State Licensing Authorities
Report the incident to the state agency that regulates daycare centers. In Georgia, you can file a complaint with the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning. The agency reviews injury complaints and inspects daycare centers.
A state investigation may uncover past safety violations or patterns of neglect. Even one incident may lead to increased oversight or penalties. Reporting the incident also shows that you took formal steps to address the situation.
Track Medical Treatments and Expenses
Keep detailed records of every medical visit, procedure, and recommendation. Save receipts for medications, devices, therapy, or special care required after the injury. Create a log of symptoms, recovery milestones, and activity restrictions.
Tracking medical expenses helps show the full impact of the injury. These costs may form part of your claim. Do not rely on memory. Store everything in one folder so your attorney can review the information easily.
Avoid Direct Communication With Insurance Adjusters
If an insurance adjuster contacts you, refer them to your attorney. Avoid giving statements, answering questions, or accepting a settlement before legal review. Adjusters work for the daycare’s insurer and aim to limit payouts.
Even casual comments may be used against you. Delay contact with any insurer until you understand your rights. An attorney can handle these conversations and protect your position throughout the claim process.
Contact the Atlanta Daycare Injury Lawyers at Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers Today
Speak with a personal injury attorney who handles daycare negligence cases. We offer experience with Georgia’s child care regulations and injury law. Our team will review the facts, assess liability, and explain your options.
For more information, contact the Atlanta daycare injury law firm of Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers to schedule a free initial consultation. We have convenient locations in Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Lawrenceville, Mableton, Smyrna, and Roswell.
We serve Fulton County and its surrounding areas:
Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers – Atlanta
201 Joseph E Lowery Blvd NW Suite 312,
Atlanta, GA 30314
Open 24/7
(770) 900-9000
Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers – Sandy Springs
5555 Glenridge Con, Suite 975,
Sandy Springs, GA 30342
Open 24/7
(678) 990-7024
Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers – Lawrenceville
265 Culver St S. Suite A.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Open 24/7
(678) 626-5067
Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers – Mableton
5701 Mableton Pkwy SW Suite 108,
Mableton, GA 30126
Open 24/7
(706) 480-5487
Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers – Smyrna
2400 Herodian Way Ste#220,
Smyrna, GA 30080
Open 24/7
(678) 922-4497
Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers – Roswell
110 Mansell Cir #111,
Roswell, GA 30075
Open 24/7
(678) 582-8466
About Robert M. Hammers Jr.
Robert M. Hammers, Jr. is the managing partner at Hammers Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers in Atlanta. Committed to justice, he represents individuals harmed by negligence, focusing on personal injury litigation, toxic torts, and mass torts involving defective drugs and medical devices.
With over 50 jury trials and $100 million in verdicts and settlements, Rob is known for his strategic thinking and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for his clients. He serves on the Executive Committee for the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice Board of Governors, and the Plaintiff Leadership Committee in complex multi-district and toxic tort litigations, where he advocates for injured individuals and shapes legal strategies.
Robert is also recognized on Justia for his excellence in personal injury law, further highlighting his reputation and commitment to client advocacy.
