Daycare Injury FAQs

Even injuries that seem minor initially can have lasting developmental or psychological effects on a child. Additionally, certain injuries — such as untreated concussions — can have delayed consequences. We encourage every family to at least consult with an attorney so you understand your rights.

Every case is different. Some cases resolve through settlement within several months; others proceed to trial and may take two years or longer. We keep clients informed at every stage and never pressure families to accept inadequate settlements.

Nothing upfront. We handle daycare injury cases on a contingency fee basis — meaning we only get paid if we recover compensation for your family. There are no hourly rates and no hidden fees.

Young children often cannot describe what happened to them. Our attorneys are skilled at reconstructing events through surveillance footage, staff witness interviews, incident reports, DECAL inspection records, medical expert testimony, and child forensic interview techniques where appropriate.

Most licensed Georgia daycare facilities are required to carry liability insurance. However, insurance companies will work aggressively to minimize payouts. Our attorneys negotiate directly with insurers and are prepared to litigate when necessary to ensure your family receives fair compensation.

The daycare may still be liable if it failed to provide adequate supervision that would have prevented the incident. Negligent supervision claims are among the most common in daycare injury litigation.

Both licensed and unlicensed childcare providers can be held liable for injuries to children in their care. An unlicensed facility may face additional regulatory and legal exposure, and unlicensed operation itself may be evidence of negligence per se under Georgia law.

Do not speak with the daycare’s insurer or sign any documents without first consulting an attorney. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize your claim. Contact Haug Barron Law Group at (844) 428-4529 before responding to any insurer.

The standard personal injury statute of limitations in Georgia is two years. However, under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-90, this period is tolled during a minor’s childhood. To ensure critical evidence is preserved, contact Haug Barron Law Group as soon as possible after your child’s injury.

Yes. Daycare centers in Georgia have a legal duty to provide reasonable supervision and a safe environment. When they fail to meet that duty and your child is harmed as a result, you may have a valid negligence claim against the facility, its ownership, and in some cases its corporate parent or franchisor.