simka2 Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 (edited) Note: if you are an attorney and would be willing to chat via pm, would you please contact me? Update at #69 Ds9 was severly injured on a park slide yesterday. This was not your typical accident. It was a large, hard plastic slide with two curves. He started down in the correct position. The first turn started to turn his body over the 2nd turned him completely on to his stomach. Right at that part of the slide 2 segements of slide are attached together. The lower segement was attached slightly higher than the upper section creating a slight shelf. When he flipped over his 2 front teeth caught the little shelf. One tooth was completely ripped out (we never found it), the other was pulled forward and pointed up towards his nose. These are permanent teeth. We went to the hospital ER where they determined he needed a pediatric oral surgeon. We went by ambulance to a Children's Hospital. The dental team was somewhat able to reposition the tooth, but we have to head back in in a couple minutes. We do not know if the tooth can be saved. He is looking at at least on prosthetic tooth, at the least braces, and he cannot have a permanent implant till he's over 18. There is even a chance of future cosmetic surgery. He's in a lot of pain, is very upset about how he looks and worried that he won't be able to finish his soccer season. Please pray for us. We are heading back in to have his splint reworked, as they had a difficult time. Also, I do not really want to get a lawyer, but I am going to need to contact the Parks Dept/County/City about their liability insurance and a long term plan. Again, this was not your normal plaground accident. He left teeth marks in the slide. He shouldn't have been able to do that. Thanks! Edited April 20, 2011 by simka2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Wow, I am so sorry to hear this. Wish the best for his recovery and that his teeth can be fixed for looks. Thank Goodness it is not worse (as bad and as horrible a this was). :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Simka, :grouphug:s and prayers. Hoping you get the guidance you need, and that he is free from pain soon. Cathie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindyz Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I don't have any advice, I just wanted to send :grouphug: for you and your son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Prayers. How awful. Poor kiddo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 poor kid! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I'm sorry, I have no advice, but :grouphug: to you and your son. How horrible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 How awful, I am so sorry!!! Sending thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 The park authority's insurance may be set up to require you to make a claim and possibly file a lawsuit through a lawyer. Consult the park authority, keep meticulous records for your medical costs. Your own insurance company may be able to help, since it would reduce their cost. And also contact a personal injury attorney. Ask around about local attorneys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanceXToo Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Oh my gosh, that poor kid! I am SO sorry that happened!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Rain Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: That sounds terrifying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippen Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I'd suggest going and taking pictures of the slide right away this morning, before contacting the parks department. In the event that you do decide to file any claims, you would at least have proof that the slide was in need of repair. Of course, right after that I'd be calling so no one else is hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Oh my, I'm so sorry. Sounds so painful! Keep good records. I knocked out four permanent front teeth in a bike accident when I was young. There is a lot they can do now, even with him being too young for an implant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: wow how scary...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giraffe Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 How scary! I know exactly what you're talking about - slides have rolled DD too, but never like that and never have they had a "lip" like you describe. I second getting out there and getting pictures asap - it will help your case with the insurance companies and the parks department. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom0012 Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I'm so sorry this happened to your son. I have an 11 year old boy and I know what an upset this must be. :grouphug: Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5knights3maidens Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 OH! I am so sorry! :grouphug: Now I will be doing a quick check of playground equipment before the girls get on them. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink and Green Mom Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I'm so sorry that this happened to your son. How awful.:grouphug: I am an attorney, but a corporate one so completely useless in this situation. However as a general matter, I would do the following: -make sure that you have lots of pictures of the slide; - if anyone else was there and witnessed it, have them write a fact based statement of what they witnessed (what was going on at the slide, your son's condition, the condition of the slide). I'd stress fact-based (not emotional) and as detailed as possible. Have them sign and date it. I would have them do this ASAP so details are fresh. -other than informing the Parks Dept of the hazardous condition (in a very factual, nonemotional way) I would be very leary to talk to them, their reps or their insurance company without first talking to a lawyer. I would be leary of explaining to them what you *think* happened (the turning/flipping, etc). Not because you'd be wrong in your assumption, just that I wouldn't go there without speaking to a lawyer first. Just the facts (description of the slide, injured your son so severely that he had to be taken by ambulance to the hospital where he remained for xx hours). Even the most mundane statement could be taken the wrong way and/or twisted by someone. -if you know anyone who is a lawyer, even if not personal injury, ask them for a recommendation. I worked at a huge law firm and we got firm wide emails almost daily from other attorneys looking for recs for friends/clients for personal injury, accidents, speeding tickets, divorce etc. Again,:grouphug: to you and your son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Wow :( I am so sorry for you all! :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Wow. So sorry to hear about your little guy. I hope he makes a speedy recovery and you get some good advice. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLG Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 So, so sorry. Prayers for relief from further anxiety and lessening of pain for all. Do hope you can get legal help. That slide is a hazard. :grouphug: for you and your ds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeekingSimplicity Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Dear God, Simka, your post gave me chills. I'll be praying for you all. :grouphug: My cousins finger got ripped off on a jungle gym when she was a teen because of a bolt being where it shouldn't have been. Her ring got caught on the bolt, and as she let go, it tore her finger off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Oh, how traumatic! I'm so sorry that happened! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Praying, Simka. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug:That's terrible! I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicA Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I'm so sorry about your son. I don't have any legal advice, but hopefully this will make your son feel better. I had a friend in high school that was in a horrible car accident with a big gas truck (luckily it was empty). One of his many injuries was that 4 of his teeth were knocked out (the top middle). He was 16, so he also could not get permanent teeth. They gave him a retainer that had fake teeth on it, and when he was wearing it you would never have known they weren't real. That was over 10 years ago, so maybe now they have something even better. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug:Simka. Lord have mercy...:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 That is horrific. I don't know whether to pass out or vomit. God bless you and your sweet son. Praying for pain relief, a speedy recovery, and wisdom for you all. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Oh, that poor kid! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mejane Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 So sorry, Simka. Hope you get some answers. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akmommy Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 How scary! I know exactly what you're talking about - slides have rolled DD too, but never like that and never have they had a "lip" like you describe. I second getting out there and getting pictures asap - it will help your case with the insurance companies and the parks department. :grouphug: :grouphug: I'm so sorry. Yes, get photos of the condition of the slide before contacting the parks dept. You don't want to give them time to make repairs before you can record it's current condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m0mmaBuck Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 No advice, only posting to say I am so sorry this happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCoffeeChick Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: Oh no, how awful! Praying for you and your son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FO4UR Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: That is awful!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gooblink Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: So sorry, Simka. Poor guy. I'll be praying for healing and that you find wise counsel. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I. can't. even. imagine........ :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 You definitely want photos taken TODAY- turn on the date feature so it shows right on the photos when they were taken. If the parks department fixes the slide right away or even removes it, you want proof of its condition for your insurance. So sorry about your ds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Horrible, Simka. I'm praying for you and your son right now. Do what the lawyer said upthread, and also take down your description from here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I am so sorry!!!! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: and prayers for both of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaSheep Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 How awful! Hugs and prayers!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam L in Mid Tenn Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug:prayers:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MischiefManaged Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: you might even want to spring for professional or third party photos: professional photos will show even better detail, and having a third party can give an extra witness... poor kiddo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanaryMelody Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 :grouphug: Oh I'm so sorry to hear about your son! Prayers with you and him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Oh, my word! I'm so very sorry you boy has to go through this. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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