College Campus Injury Lawyer
ServicesAttending college should be an exciting time for young adults as they examine potential careers, engage with new people and look toward their future. Unfortunately, some students experience tragedy instead, suffering catastrophic injuries or even death on campus due to a college’s negligence in providing a safe and secure environment.
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If you or your child suffered a catastrophic injury or wrongful death at college, a college campus accident lawyer could help you make your case for compensation. A dedicated attorney can work with you to prove negligence, obtain compensation for your losses and hold the university accountable. Our experienced college campus accident attorneys can represent clients from anywhere in the United States.
Types of Injuries on Campus
Although educational institutions are generally thought to be safe environments, there are a number of events that could cause injury. Some of the most common situations that lead to college campus injures include:
- Assault and theft
- Hazing
- Acts of violence
- Sexual assault, sexual misconduct and rape
- Alcohol-related accidents or alcohol poisoning
Fighting for Accountability:
Wrongful Death on College Campus
Wrongful death occurs when someone’s negligence results in the death of another. A university could potentially be held liable for a student’s death if there were security lapses on campus, such as not employing enough campus security officers or failing to fix a building’s entry system. If a student reported fearing for their life, or passed along threatening messages from another person, the college may be held responsible for that student’s death if they did not take appropriate action regarding those claims. A college campus accident lawyer will work tirelessly to ensure accountability for a wrongful death event.
Suicide on College Campus
College suicides have been tragically rising in recent years. If a professor or administrator knows a student is depressed or suicidal and fails to reach out to ensure that student’s safety, the institution could be held liable for the student’s death. A parent who lost their child to suicide should contact a lawyer to start an immediate investigation as to whether the administration had a duty to do more to protect their students.
Hazing Accidents
Death and severe injuries as a result of college hazing rituals are also increasing. The local fraternity or sorority chapters, the national organization, and the individual students involved are usually held responsible, while the university itself is generally not. However, the laws regarding responsibility could evolve as states try to put more pressure on schools.
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Consult with a College Campus Accident Attorney after sustaining injuries
When a college student suffers a catastrophic injury or untimely death, the family suffers both emotionally and financially. In many instances, this is the result of a negligent educational institution that had a duty to protect those who attend. If you suffered a serious injury while in the course of your academic experience, or if you are a parent who lost a child due to a dangerous situation, a college campus accident lawyer can represent you and hold the negligent party accountable. Discuss your case by contacting a KJK lawyer.
