Legal Question in Personal Injury in Pennsylvania

My 11 yr old daughter fractured her ankle while roller skating in gym class. They had no safety equipment, no parental consent and only one teacher to 15 girls, most who have never roller skated before. They were not taught how to roller skate, were just left to do it. The school denies any wrong doing and says that it's not worth it for me to sue and that it may close down the school if I try...


Asked on 10/23/12, 5:21 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Richard Senker Senker Law Office

Generally speaking, public schools and school districts are immune from suits for injuries. There are a few exceptions. You should talk w/ an experienced injury lawyer so he/she can ask you more questions and to determine if there is anything that you can do. Feel free to call.

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Answered on 10/23/12, 7:26 pm


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