Police are investigating an unlicensed daycare center after
a 7 month-old infant boy died from injuries resembling shaken baby syndrome. On
March 21, 2013, the baby was taken to the hospital from the daycare center. Someone
from the daycare called 911 reporting that the baby was having difficulty
breathing.
Doctors said that the baby illustrated symptoms associated
with shaken baby syndrome. The next day on March 22, 2013, the baby was pronounced
brain dead. The family took the baby off of life support where he managed to
live for three weeks until he was pronounced dead the morning of April 11,
2013. Police are launching an investigation of whether or not the daycare
center is responsible for the baby’s injuries.
Daycare Deaths
The daycare and causes of the baby’s death are still being
investigated. However, there have been a number of daycare deaths where
daycares were operating illegally. In February of 2013, one daycare in Carmel
harbored unsafe conditions. The caretakers were tested positive for marijuana
the same day a 5 month-old baby died in their care. Daycare deaths occur
commonly due to unlicensed or illegal daycares portraying a safe façade.
Wrongful Death Claim
Wrongful death cases are extremely devastating and upsetting
for anyone involved. When an organization or person is responsible for a death,
they should face legal consequences. Under these circumstances, a grieving
parent can file a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death claim can seek damages
against the person at fault for:
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Medical expenses
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Burial expenses
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Funeral expenses
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Lost source of income
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Family expenses
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Pain and suffering in certain cases
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Other pecuniary damages
In certain jurisdictions, there is a time limit for filing a
wrongful death claim. Therefore, it is imperative to speak to a wrongful death
claim attorney immediately if you wish to seek legal action against a person
responsible for a loved one’s death.
Wrongful Death Claim
Experiencing the death of a loved one is extremely tragic
and devastating. It is even worse when the death is preventable and caused by
the hands of another person or organization. If your family member died due to
the negligence of another person, you should seek legal justice. Speak to a
wrongful death attorney to discuss your situation and to answer any of your
questions. A wrongful death attorney will work with you to help relieve your
situation and earn you monetary retribution for your suffering.
