What to Do If Your Child's Daycare Injury Isn’t Reported

What to Do When a Daycare Injury Goes Unreported

Daycare centers have a legal duty to provide a safe environment for children and report any injuries. A teacher or daycare staff member failing to report an injury could be a sign of negligence or even a cover-up. This type of oversight puts your child at risk and raises serious questions about the daycare’s commitment to safety. Here's what you should do if your child was injured at daycare and the incident was not reported.

Recognize the Signs of an Unreported Daycare Injury

Children, especially younger ones, may not always be able to tell you if they were injured at daycare. However, there are warning signs that something may have happened.

These signs can include:

unexplained bruises, cuts, or other visible injuries

sudden changes in behavior

reluctance to return to daycare

complaints of pain

If your child exhibits any of these signs, take them seriously and investigate further.

If your child has been injured and the daycare did not inform you, the first step is to document the injury. Take clear photos of the injury, record any details your child shares, and note when you first discovered the injury. This documentation can be crucial if you need to take legal action against the daycare.

Seek Medical Attention for Your Child

Regardless of the severity of the injury, it’s important to have your child seen by a healthcare professional. A doctor can assess the injury, provide necessary treatment, and document their findings. Medical records are critical evidence for a legal claim against the daycare. A thorough medical evaluation can uncover any underlying issues that may not be immediately visible.

Contact the Daycare Immediately

Once you’ve sought medical attention for your child, contact the daycare immediately. Ask to speak with the daycare director or manager to discuss your concerns. Politely but firmly request a detailed explanation of the incident. Inquire about their procedures for handling and reporting injuries, and ask if an incident report is on file. If no report was made, this is a serious red flag.

During this conversation, take notes and ask for the names of any staff members responsible for your child at the time of the injury. If the daycare is uncooperative or fails to provide satisfactory answers, this could indicate larger systemic issues within the facility.

Report the Incident to Authorities

If the daycare fails to report your child’s injury, it’s important to escalate the matter to the appropriate authorities. Depending on your location, you may need to contact your state’s Department of Family and Protective Services or Child Protective Services. Reporting the incident helps ensure that the daycare is held accountable and that other children are not harmed. These agencies can conduct thorough investigations and take action if they discover the daycare is violating safety regulations or failing to protect children.

Consider Legal Action for Daycare Negligence

When a daycare injury is not reported, and negligence is involved, you may have grounds for legal action. At The Button Law Firm, we handle daycare and childcare injury cases and have extensive experience holding negligent daycares accountable. By filing a legal claim, you can seek recovery for medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages. More importantly, legal action can drive meaningful changes within the daycare, ensuring such negligence does not happen again.

Our law firm is dedicated to fighting for the rights of children and families. We are here to guide you through the legal process, providing compassionate support and legal representation. If your child has been injured at daycare and the incident was not reported, contact The Button Law Firm to discuss your options. We are committed to helping you secure justice and protect your child’s future.

Contacting The Button Law Firm After a Daycare Injury

When a daycare fails to report an injury, it’s a breach of trust that no parent should endure. By taking immediate action—documenting the injury, communicating with the daycare, seeking medical attention, reporting the incident, and considering legal options—you can protect your child’s well-being and hold those responsible accountable. At The Button Law Firm, our daycare injury lawyers are here to stand by your side, fight for your family’s rights, and ensure that justice is served.

If your child was injured at daycare and the injury was not reported, contact us today for a free case evaluation. You can reach us by calling (214) 699-4409 or by filling out a contact form at the bottom of this page. You can also speak to a member of our team by starting a chat. Our team is available 24/7, and we’re always ready to help. We are here to help you navigate this difficult time and secure the justice your child deserves.

Schedule a Free Case Evaluation with a Texas Daycare Abuse Attorney Today

If you or someone you know has a child who was harmed by their daycare teacher, contact our firm. We know how difficult getting through this can be. Our experienced team wants to help guide you – as we have helped guide many parents and families within Midland, Houston, Dallas, and the surrounding areas.

You can give us a call at (214) 699-4409 or email us at [email protected]. You can also reach out to us by filling out the form below or by starting a chat with a member of our team.

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