What You Need To Know If You Get Injured On Halloween

What You Need To Know If You Get Injured On Halloween in Michigan 

Goldman & Associates warns of the potential hazards associated with Halloween. As is always the case when large numbers of people take to the streets, there is a greater-than-normal potential for accidents.  However, the very nature of this fall tradition presents some additional hazards to you and your family. Frightening costumes and spooky haunted houses are not the only things to be weary of as you and your children walk the streets this weekend. Here are a few tips to help ensure that your family has the best and safest Halloween this year.

Check candy for any irregularities

Probably the most publicized Halloween-related danger, the candy-giving tradition gives malicious criminals an unfortunate opportunity to inflict harm on innocent children. Before your child enjoys the spoils of his/her Halloween ventures, check for any irregularities or alterations made to the candy. Also, check to make sure the candy has not passed its expiration date. Finally, if your child has any allergies, go through their candy haul and check the ingredients to make sure your child does not ingest any food which may be harmful to them.

Be on the lookout for hazardous decorations

Although elaborate decorations may enhance your child’s Halloween experience, they can sometimes present hazardous obstacles on your nightly route. Whether it’s an open flame jack-o-lantern or a mechanical scarecrow, these festive decorations can be dangerous if your child is not made aware of their surroundings. Especially when the area is not well-lit, a child can easily be startled, causing them to fall and potentially injure themselves.

Keep children on the sidewalks and off the roads

Make sure your child is cautious and aware when walking around this Halloween weekend. Ask them to stick to the sidewalks and when they must cross a street, look both ways and listen for any oncoming cars. Like every holiday, some individuals celebrate the occasion by indulging in alcohol. Unfortunately, some of these individuals decide to get behind the wheel. Have your children be on high alert for these very dangerous drivers on the road.

If you or your child is injured, what should you do?

In the event of an injury, be sure to completely assess the context of the situation; take in all of the details. Your complete knowledge of the circumstances that resulted in you or your child’s injury can only aid you in receiving all of the remedies you deserve. Then, call a personal injury attorney to discuss all your options. If you have any questions regarding personal injury claims, call our Michigan accident attorneys,  at (877) 737-8800.