Q: A city works employee accidentally spilled chemical on my kids. They have chemical burns on their arms and face. Help
What is my best course of action? Should I seek legal representation or try to settle it with the city?
A:
I'm sorry this happened to your children. I know it was not intentional, but that is no comfort in cases like these.
In a case involving burns to your kids' bodies, you should definitely consult with a lawyer. If a government agency is willingly negotiating with you, it's a sign they think you've underestimated the claim.
Either way, you do not yet know the extent of the harm thrust upon your children. Scars can be immensely damaging to kids' mental health. Some scars can be minimized by plastic surgeons. Some scars can cause actual loss of function.
All of these have to be pursued before resolving a claim. You want a lawyer to quarterback that case to make sure you get the best result from a medical, psychological, and legal standpoint.
Tim Akpinar agrees with this answer
A: An attorney consult could also identify for you any notice of claim issues (in other words, short filing deadlines), that are normally associated with cases involving municipalities. Good luck
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